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SAM / MBRS PROJECT FOR THE CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABLE USE OF THE MESOAMERICAN BARRIER REEF SYSTEM (MBRS) Belize – Guatemala – Honduras - Mexico Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation December 2005 Project Coordinating Unit Coastal Resources Multi-Complex Building Princess Margaret Drive PO Box 93 Belize City, Belize Tel: (501) 223-3895; 223-4561 Fax: (501) 223-4513 E-mail: 18H[email protected] Web page: http://www.mbrs.org.bz

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Page 1: Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretationmbrs.doe.gov.bz/dbdocs/tech/Nature.pdf · Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation December 2005 ... in tour-guiding,

SAM MBRS

PROJECT FOR THE CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABLE USE

OF THE MESOAMERICAN BARRIER REEF SYSTEM (MBRS)

Belize ndash Guatemala ndash Honduras - Mexico

Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

December 2005

Project Coordinating Unit Coastal Resources Multi-Complex Building

Princess Margaret Drive PO Box 93

Belize City Belize Tel (501) 223-3895 223-4561

Fax (501) 223-4513 E-mail 18Hmbrsbtlnet

Web page httpwwwmbrsorgbz

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i

PROLOGUE The constant degradation of marine and coastal ecosystems creates the urgent need to establish reserves and marine protected areas which allow the conservation of biodiversity as well as improve the living conditions of the human communities which depend directly on them Conservation actions related to the establishment of Marine Protected Areas (MPSrsquos) habitat protection and fishing site closures in the MBRS region have led to socio-economic displacements within human communities that are dependent on exploitation of the resources targeted for conservation Such circumstances create additional economic constraints on these communities by diminishing the capital resources they have available for investing in sustainable alternative forms of livelihood It is precisely for this reason that the MBRS Project promotes both the conservation of marine and coastal resources and supports sustainable development in those coastal communities whose main source of income is the harvesting of marine resources In the search for a balance between conservation and economic sustainability the MBRS sub-program for Sustainable Fisheries Management has identified a series of alternatives for economic income to help cushion the vulnerable context in which these coastal communities live In particular these alternatives include guide-tourism related activities such as terrestrial wildlife appreciation snorkeling SCUBA diving sport-fishing and canoeingkayaking For this reason the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System Project organized and coordinated regional training courses to improve the capacity of marine coastal communities and fisheries associations in the MBRS region to access these alternatives forms of livelihood through training in tour-guiding business management and product design marketing promotion and diversification During this training support material was provided based on existing experiences This material was enriched by the input from delegates of the two countries (Mexico and Belize) in the MBRS region which ultimately resulted in the creation of the current document in the form of a manual The process involved the participation of local experts who prepared the initial training material conducted the training collected the input from the participants and developed the final version of this manual incorporating the comments of the Project Coordination Unit (PCU) The training included case studies formal presentations field trips hand-on experience participant presentations assigned reading and dynamic discussions With this manual the MBRS Project reaffirms its commitment to generate support material for the conservation and sustainable use of marine and coastal resources with the participation of the different sectors of civil society community-base organizations and non-governmental organizations promoting sustainable alternative forms of livelihood It is our intention that this tool be used in similar training courses and serve as a guide in the training of marine tour guides in the various countries of the Mesoamerican region In so doing it will strengthen the efforts to conserve biological diversity as well as foster community development by increasing the economic benefits to coastal communities in the MBRS region

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ii

TABLE OF CONTENTS PROLOGUE i UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION 1 UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS 3 UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS 4 UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS 46 UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS 67 UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS 84 UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS 93

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1

UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION

COURSE GOALS AND GENERAL OBJECTIVES The Mesoamerican Reef Barrier System (MBRS) which extends from Isla Contoy on the north of the Yucataacuten Peninsula to the Bay islands of Honduras is recognized in the Western Hemisphere for its uniqueness due to its length diversity of reef types and associated species The MBRS is also an invaluable resource for its socioeconomic important to the adjacent local communities Within the MBRS over 60 areas have been declared Marine Protected Areas (MPA) with different management regimes Many of the conservation actions related to the establishment of Marine Protected Areas habitat protection and the closure of fishing sites generally lead to socio-economic displacements that affect the human communities that depend on the very resources they want to conserve It is precisely for this reason that the MBRS Project promotes both the conservation of marine and coastal resources and supports sustainable development in those coastal communities whose main source of income is the harvesting of marine resources In attempting to balance both actions a series of alternatives sources of income have been identified to mitigate the vulnerable situation in which coastal communities live Such vulnerability is having an impact on the available capital the ability to further generate or utilize such capital and consequently on the options for feasible livelihoods The present course is framed within the goal of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System Project to enhance the protection of the unique and vulnerable marine ecosystems comprising the MBRS

The general objective is to promote measures which will serve to reduce non-sustainable patterns of economic exploitation of the MBRS focusing initially on the fisheries and tourism sectors THE SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES WILL BE THE FOLLOWING 1 To outline analyze contrast and compare different successful methodologies used in training that relate to sustainable livelihoods throughout the region in order to extract learning experiences for application and identify successful training programs 2 To design and prepare training package for the tourism-related courses including Nature guiding snorkeling recreational diving sportfishing canoeing business management marketing and promotion 3 To train a minimum of twenty representatives of the four countries in the MBRS region taking into account the need for such representatives to begin these activities as alternative sources of income 4 To take responsibility for receiving the equipment its care its maintenance collecting the symbolic rent and administering the funds generated by such rent

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2

COURSE STRUCTURE METHODS AND LANGUAGE The course was delivered in a workshop format with interaction opportunities for the participants Most of the information presented by the facilitator was enriched with the participantrsquos experiences Since the course emphasized practical specialized training and special attention was paid to the need of training methods for adult education and communication skills for fishers the methods used demonstrated suggested strategies such as role playing hand-on experience small group discussions and the participants were required to use them in their exercises Over all the participants were exposed to 1) slide presentations 2) group discussions 3) small group exercises 4) lectures and 5) participantsrsquo presentations Given the social nature of the MBRS region the course was conducted in English and Spanish

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3

UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS As a guide you are responsible for many things Itrsquos no easy task- there are many things you will need to deal with all at once Some of your most important responsibilities are to

bull Insure the safety of your guests at all times bull Provide a professional level of service and be courteous and friendly bull Provide quality and accurate information bull Provide an opportunity to learn about the cultures history and environment of Belize in an

informative educational and meaningful way bull Serve as a role model on how to conserve the natural resources and behave in the

cultures of Belize bull Deliver all activities in a timely and professional manner bull Work cooperatively with other parts of the tourism industry

As a tour guide it is your job to be professional and provide a quality service to your guests Part of doing this is maintaining a high ethical standard One of the best ways to do this is to always be honest with your guests Itrsquos better to tell them you donrsquot know the answer to a question then to make one up and have them find out you lied Itrsquos also important to tell guests accurate information about what the trip will be like how long it will take and what kind of conditions they will find along the way Some tourism related businesses give commissions to tour guides that bring their guests to their gift shops restaurants or other facilities It is unethical to force going to these places on your guests They should only go where they want to go and to scheduled places on the trip It is also unethical to tell guests it is your birthday ask them to help you with family expenses or put up signs saying tips are expected in order to get tips Guests do not have to tip you and you should not expect to be tipped You also should not ldquostealrdquo guests from other tour guides tour operators or tour suppliers If you offer deals on the side or for a better rate you cause problems of trust throughout the tourism industry Itrsquos very important that you do not drink use drugs or get romantically involved with your guests Your guests will look to you to know how to behave during the tour If they see you picking up wildlife and touching coral even though you are not supposed to they will do it too This will destroy our natural resources- the very ones we depend on for our income as tour guides So you should be a model of conservation To do this successfully you must first gain your guests interest and attention in the environment of Belize You should reinforce conservation messages through briefing that describe what behaviors are expected of the guests before they begin an activity Being a model of conservation also means correcting a guest if they are doing something that is damaging in a professional manner You can also ldquoreduce reuse and recyclerdquo in your daily activities through using washable plates and use local food suppliers and local businesses to fill your needs You should convey a message of ecotourism to your guests by having guidelines that prevent negative environmental and cultural impacts and that support the local economy directly

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4

UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS

Podicipedae Scientific name

Podilymbus podiceps Common name Pie Billed Grebe

Habitat Streams ponds lakes and freshwater marshes Identification Adults are small stocky and very brown white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no white on its wings during flight during the summer the bill is encircled by a black band during the breeding season there is black on the chin and throat Diet Small fish aquatic insects snails frogs and aquatic plants Call loud and cuckoo like (cuck cuck cuck cow-cow-cow cow-ah cow-ah)

Scientific name Tachybaptis dominicus Common name Least Grebe

Habitat Shallow ponds Identification Yellow eyes dark plumage crown and back darker short thin bill white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no undertail feet trail behind body in flight Diet Aquatic insects

Phalacrocoracidae

Scientific name Pelicanus occidentalis Common names Brown Pelican

Habitat Sandy lagoons and beaches Identification Dark coloring long bill with dark pouch flies with neck tucked plunges to catch fish Diet Fish aquatic insects frogs newly hatched alligators

Scientific name Phalacrocorax auritus Common name Double-crested Cormorant

Habitat Coastlines inland lakes and rivers Identification Dark waterbird with hooked bill and long tail long neck some orange perches with wings spread to dry them Diet Fish

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Fregatidae

Scientific name Fregata magificens Common names Magnificent Frigatebird

Habitat Oceans and shorelines Identification Hooked bill chases other birds away to steal prey glides on pointed wings hooked tail Diet Jellyfish carrion fish eggs other speciesrsquo chicks

Hreidae

Scientific name Ixobrychus exilis Common names Least Bittern

Habitat Marshes with cattails and reeds Identification Wading bird buff sides of neck face and wing coverts white chin throat foreneck and belly Diet Fish insects small mammals and frogs

Scientific name Tigrisoma mexicanus Common names Bare Throated Tiger Heron

Habitat Wetlands Identification Adults have black crown yellow throat white foreneck black and buff bars are on the back of the neck and continue down to the tail bill is sharp and relatively long Diet Fish and molluscs Call Harsh croaking ldquowok wok wokrdquo also a far carrying snoring sound

Scientific name Ardea herodias Common names Great Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes ponds mangroves river and lake edges tidal flats Identification Long legs and neck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape long yellow thick bill black plume extending from eye beyond back of head blue-gray back wings and belly black shoulder neck buff with black bordered white stripe

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Scientific name Casmolodidius albus Common names Great Egret

Habitat Savannas coastal lagoons and marshes Identification Large white bird with yellow beak and black legs Diet Fish reptiles and aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Egretta thula Common names Snowy Egret

Habitat Marshes swamps shores and tideflats Identification Smaller than Great Egret with black bill and yellow feet Diet Fish crabs amphibians and insects

Scientific name Egretta caerulea Common names Little Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader usually holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape bill long and pointed dull green legs Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta tricolor Common names Tricolored Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader bill long and pointed white belly and foreneck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta rufescens Common names Reddish Egret

Habitat Shallow bays mangroves and lagoons Identification Long necks and legs bill long and pointed pinkish bill with black tip dark legs and feet holds itrsquos neck in an S shape may feed by flapping wings and running through shallow water Diet Fish frogs crustaceans

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Scientific name Bubulcus ibis Common names Cattle Egret

Habitat Pastures with livestock open fields but breeds near water Identification Short thick pointed bill White body rarely extends neck Diet Frogs amphibians and reptiles

Scientific name Butorides striatus Common names Green Backed Heron

Habitat Wetlands and rivers Identification Short thick chestnut colored neck greenishgray crest and back Diet Small fish mollusks insects reptiles

Scientific name Nycticorax violaceus Common names Yellow Crowned Night Heron

Habitat Swamps mangroves marshes and streams Identification Black head with whitish cheeks and crown long yellow to orange legs black bill Diet Fish frogs mice and insects

Scientific name Cochlearius cochlearius Common names Boat Billed Heron

Habitat Marshes and creeks Identification Broad bill like an overturned boat dull brown gray and black Diet Crabs and frogs

Threskiornithidae

Scientific name Eudocimus albus Common names White Ibis

Habitat Marshes swamps and lagoons Identification Long curved bill holds neck extended in flight white body with black tips red legs pink facial skin and bill Diet Crayfish frogs insects crabs

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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

No Image

Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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No Image

Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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i

PROLOGUE The constant degradation of marine and coastal ecosystems creates the urgent need to establish reserves and marine protected areas which allow the conservation of biodiversity as well as improve the living conditions of the human communities which depend directly on them Conservation actions related to the establishment of Marine Protected Areas (MPSrsquos) habitat protection and fishing site closures in the MBRS region have led to socio-economic displacements within human communities that are dependent on exploitation of the resources targeted for conservation Such circumstances create additional economic constraints on these communities by diminishing the capital resources they have available for investing in sustainable alternative forms of livelihood It is precisely for this reason that the MBRS Project promotes both the conservation of marine and coastal resources and supports sustainable development in those coastal communities whose main source of income is the harvesting of marine resources In the search for a balance between conservation and economic sustainability the MBRS sub-program for Sustainable Fisheries Management has identified a series of alternatives for economic income to help cushion the vulnerable context in which these coastal communities live In particular these alternatives include guide-tourism related activities such as terrestrial wildlife appreciation snorkeling SCUBA diving sport-fishing and canoeingkayaking For this reason the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System Project organized and coordinated regional training courses to improve the capacity of marine coastal communities and fisheries associations in the MBRS region to access these alternatives forms of livelihood through training in tour-guiding business management and product design marketing promotion and diversification During this training support material was provided based on existing experiences This material was enriched by the input from delegates of the two countries (Mexico and Belize) in the MBRS region which ultimately resulted in the creation of the current document in the form of a manual The process involved the participation of local experts who prepared the initial training material conducted the training collected the input from the participants and developed the final version of this manual incorporating the comments of the Project Coordination Unit (PCU) The training included case studies formal presentations field trips hand-on experience participant presentations assigned reading and dynamic discussions With this manual the MBRS Project reaffirms its commitment to generate support material for the conservation and sustainable use of marine and coastal resources with the participation of the different sectors of civil society community-base organizations and non-governmental organizations promoting sustainable alternative forms of livelihood It is our intention that this tool be used in similar training courses and serve as a guide in the training of marine tour guides in the various countries of the Mesoamerican region In so doing it will strengthen the efforts to conserve biological diversity as well as foster community development by increasing the economic benefits to coastal communities in the MBRS region

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PROLOGUE i UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION 1 UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS 3 UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS 4 UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS 46 UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS 67 UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS 84 UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS 93

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UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION

COURSE GOALS AND GENERAL OBJECTIVES The Mesoamerican Reef Barrier System (MBRS) which extends from Isla Contoy on the north of the Yucataacuten Peninsula to the Bay islands of Honduras is recognized in the Western Hemisphere for its uniqueness due to its length diversity of reef types and associated species The MBRS is also an invaluable resource for its socioeconomic important to the adjacent local communities Within the MBRS over 60 areas have been declared Marine Protected Areas (MPA) with different management regimes Many of the conservation actions related to the establishment of Marine Protected Areas habitat protection and the closure of fishing sites generally lead to socio-economic displacements that affect the human communities that depend on the very resources they want to conserve It is precisely for this reason that the MBRS Project promotes both the conservation of marine and coastal resources and supports sustainable development in those coastal communities whose main source of income is the harvesting of marine resources In attempting to balance both actions a series of alternatives sources of income have been identified to mitigate the vulnerable situation in which coastal communities live Such vulnerability is having an impact on the available capital the ability to further generate or utilize such capital and consequently on the options for feasible livelihoods The present course is framed within the goal of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System Project to enhance the protection of the unique and vulnerable marine ecosystems comprising the MBRS

The general objective is to promote measures which will serve to reduce non-sustainable patterns of economic exploitation of the MBRS focusing initially on the fisheries and tourism sectors THE SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES WILL BE THE FOLLOWING 1 To outline analyze contrast and compare different successful methodologies used in training that relate to sustainable livelihoods throughout the region in order to extract learning experiences for application and identify successful training programs 2 To design and prepare training package for the tourism-related courses including Nature guiding snorkeling recreational diving sportfishing canoeing business management marketing and promotion 3 To train a minimum of twenty representatives of the four countries in the MBRS region taking into account the need for such representatives to begin these activities as alternative sources of income 4 To take responsibility for receiving the equipment its care its maintenance collecting the symbolic rent and administering the funds generated by such rent

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COURSE STRUCTURE METHODS AND LANGUAGE The course was delivered in a workshop format with interaction opportunities for the participants Most of the information presented by the facilitator was enriched with the participantrsquos experiences Since the course emphasized practical specialized training and special attention was paid to the need of training methods for adult education and communication skills for fishers the methods used demonstrated suggested strategies such as role playing hand-on experience small group discussions and the participants were required to use them in their exercises Over all the participants were exposed to 1) slide presentations 2) group discussions 3) small group exercises 4) lectures and 5) participantsrsquo presentations Given the social nature of the MBRS region the course was conducted in English and Spanish

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UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS As a guide you are responsible for many things Itrsquos no easy task- there are many things you will need to deal with all at once Some of your most important responsibilities are to

bull Insure the safety of your guests at all times bull Provide a professional level of service and be courteous and friendly bull Provide quality and accurate information bull Provide an opportunity to learn about the cultures history and environment of Belize in an

informative educational and meaningful way bull Serve as a role model on how to conserve the natural resources and behave in the

cultures of Belize bull Deliver all activities in a timely and professional manner bull Work cooperatively with other parts of the tourism industry

As a tour guide it is your job to be professional and provide a quality service to your guests Part of doing this is maintaining a high ethical standard One of the best ways to do this is to always be honest with your guests Itrsquos better to tell them you donrsquot know the answer to a question then to make one up and have them find out you lied Itrsquos also important to tell guests accurate information about what the trip will be like how long it will take and what kind of conditions they will find along the way Some tourism related businesses give commissions to tour guides that bring their guests to their gift shops restaurants or other facilities It is unethical to force going to these places on your guests They should only go where they want to go and to scheduled places on the trip It is also unethical to tell guests it is your birthday ask them to help you with family expenses or put up signs saying tips are expected in order to get tips Guests do not have to tip you and you should not expect to be tipped You also should not ldquostealrdquo guests from other tour guides tour operators or tour suppliers If you offer deals on the side or for a better rate you cause problems of trust throughout the tourism industry Itrsquos very important that you do not drink use drugs or get romantically involved with your guests Your guests will look to you to know how to behave during the tour If they see you picking up wildlife and touching coral even though you are not supposed to they will do it too This will destroy our natural resources- the very ones we depend on for our income as tour guides So you should be a model of conservation To do this successfully you must first gain your guests interest and attention in the environment of Belize You should reinforce conservation messages through briefing that describe what behaviors are expected of the guests before they begin an activity Being a model of conservation also means correcting a guest if they are doing something that is damaging in a professional manner You can also ldquoreduce reuse and recyclerdquo in your daily activities through using washable plates and use local food suppliers and local businesses to fill your needs You should convey a message of ecotourism to your guests by having guidelines that prevent negative environmental and cultural impacts and that support the local economy directly

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UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS

Podicipedae Scientific name

Podilymbus podiceps Common name Pie Billed Grebe

Habitat Streams ponds lakes and freshwater marshes Identification Adults are small stocky and very brown white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no white on its wings during flight during the summer the bill is encircled by a black band during the breeding season there is black on the chin and throat Diet Small fish aquatic insects snails frogs and aquatic plants Call loud and cuckoo like (cuck cuck cuck cow-cow-cow cow-ah cow-ah)

Scientific name Tachybaptis dominicus Common name Least Grebe

Habitat Shallow ponds Identification Yellow eyes dark plumage crown and back darker short thin bill white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no undertail feet trail behind body in flight Diet Aquatic insects

Phalacrocoracidae

Scientific name Pelicanus occidentalis Common names Brown Pelican

Habitat Sandy lagoons and beaches Identification Dark coloring long bill with dark pouch flies with neck tucked plunges to catch fish Diet Fish aquatic insects frogs newly hatched alligators

Scientific name Phalacrocorax auritus Common name Double-crested Cormorant

Habitat Coastlines inland lakes and rivers Identification Dark waterbird with hooked bill and long tail long neck some orange perches with wings spread to dry them Diet Fish

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Fregatidae

Scientific name Fregata magificens Common names Magnificent Frigatebird

Habitat Oceans and shorelines Identification Hooked bill chases other birds away to steal prey glides on pointed wings hooked tail Diet Jellyfish carrion fish eggs other speciesrsquo chicks

Hreidae

Scientific name Ixobrychus exilis Common names Least Bittern

Habitat Marshes with cattails and reeds Identification Wading bird buff sides of neck face and wing coverts white chin throat foreneck and belly Diet Fish insects small mammals and frogs

Scientific name Tigrisoma mexicanus Common names Bare Throated Tiger Heron

Habitat Wetlands Identification Adults have black crown yellow throat white foreneck black and buff bars are on the back of the neck and continue down to the tail bill is sharp and relatively long Diet Fish and molluscs Call Harsh croaking ldquowok wok wokrdquo also a far carrying snoring sound

Scientific name Ardea herodias Common names Great Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes ponds mangroves river and lake edges tidal flats Identification Long legs and neck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape long yellow thick bill black plume extending from eye beyond back of head blue-gray back wings and belly black shoulder neck buff with black bordered white stripe

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Scientific name Casmolodidius albus Common names Great Egret

Habitat Savannas coastal lagoons and marshes Identification Large white bird with yellow beak and black legs Diet Fish reptiles and aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Egretta thula Common names Snowy Egret

Habitat Marshes swamps shores and tideflats Identification Smaller than Great Egret with black bill and yellow feet Diet Fish crabs amphibians and insects

Scientific name Egretta caerulea Common names Little Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader usually holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape bill long and pointed dull green legs Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta tricolor Common names Tricolored Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader bill long and pointed white belly and foreneck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta rufescens Common names Reddish Egret

Habitat Shallow bays mangroves and lagoons Identification Long necks and legs bill long and pointed pinkish bill with black tip dark legs and feet holds itrsquos neck in an S shape may feed by flapping wings and running through shallow water Diet Fish frogs crustaceans

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Scientific name Bubulcus ibis Common names Cattle Egret

Habitat Pastures with livestock open fields but breeds near water Identification Short thick pointed bill White body rarely extends neck Diet Frogs amphibians and reptiles

Scientific name Butorides striatus Common names Green Backed Heron

Habitat Wetlands and rivers Identification Short thick chestnut colored neck greenishgray crest and back Diet Small fish mollusks insects reptiles

Scientific name Nycticorax violaceus Common names Yellow Crowned Night Heron

Habitat Swamps mangroves marshes and streams Identification Black head with whitish cheeks and crown long yellow to orange legs black bill Diet Fish frogs mice and insects

Scientific name Cochlearius cochlearius Common names Boat Billed Heron

Habitat Marshes and creeks Identification Broad bill like an overturned boat dull brown gray and black Diet Crabs and frogs

Threskiornithidae

Scientific name Eudocimus albus Common names White Ibis

Habitat Marshes swamps and lagoons Identification Long curved bill holds neck extended in flight white body with black tips red legs pink facial skin and bill Diet Crayfish frogs insects crabs

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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

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Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PROLOGUE i UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION 1 UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS 3 UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS 4 UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS 46 UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS 67 UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS 84 UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS 93

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UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION

COURSE GOALS AND GENERAL OBJECTIVES The Mesoamerican Reef Barrier System (MBRS) which extends from Isla Contoy on the north of the Yucataacuten Peninsula to the Bay islands of Honduras is recognized in the Western Hemisphere for its uniqueness due to its length diversity of reef types and associated species The MBRS is also an invaluable resource for its socioeconomic important to the adjacent local communities Within the MBRS over 60 areas have been declared Marine Protected Areas (MPA) with different management regimes Many of the conservation actions related to the establishment of Marine Protected Areas habitat protection and the closure of fishing sites generally lead to socio-economic displacements that affect the human communities that depend on the very resources they want to conserve It is precisely for this reason that the MBRS Project promotes both the conservation of marine and coastal resources and supports sustainable development in those coastal communities whose main source of income is the harvesting of marine resources In attempting to balance both actions a series of alternatives sources of income have been identified to mitigate the vulnerable situation in which coastal communities live Such vulnerability is having an impact on the available capital the ability to further generate or utilize such capital and consequently on the options for feasible livelihoods The present course is framed within the goal of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System Project to enhance the protection of the unique and vulnerable marine ecosystems comprising the MBRS

The general objective is to promote measures which will serve to reduce non-sustainable patterns of economic exploitation of the MBRS focusing initially on the fisheries and tourism sectors THE SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES WILL BE THE FOLLOWING 1 To outline analyze contrast and compare different successful methodologies used in training that relate to sustainable livelihoods throughout the region in order to extract learning experiences for application and identify successful training programs 2 To design and prepare training package for the tourism-related courses including Nature guiding snorkeling recreational diving sportfishing canoeing business management marketing and promotion 3 To train a minimum of twenty representatives of the four countries in the MBRS region taking into account the need for such representatives to begin these activities as alternative sources of income 4 To take responsibility for receiving the equipment its care its maintenance collecting the symbolic rent and administering the funds generated by such rent

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COURSE STRUCTURE METHODS AND LANGUAGE The course was delivered in a workshop format with interaction opportunities for the participants Most of the information presented by the facilitator was enriched with the participantrsquos experiences Since the course emphasized practical specialized training and special attention was paid to the need of training methods for adult education and communication skills for fishers the methods used demonstrated suggested strategies such as role playing hand-on experience small group discussions and the participants were required to use them in their exercises Over all the participants were exposed to 1) slide presentations 2) group discussions 3) small group exercises 4) lectures and 5) participantsrsquo presentations Given the social nature of the MBRS region the course was conducted in English and Spanish

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UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS As a guide you are responsible for many things Itrsquos no easy task- there are many things you will need to deal with all at once Some of your most important responsibilities are to

bull Insure the safety of your guests at all times bull Provide a professional level of service and be courteous and friendly bull Provide quality and accurate information bull Provide an opportunity to learn about the cultures history and environment of Belize in an

informative educational and meaningful way bull Serve as a role model on how to conserve the natural resources and behave in the

cultures of Belize bull Deliver all activities in a timely and professional manner bull Work cooperatively with other parts of the tourism industry

As a tour guide it is your job to be professional and provide a quality service to your guests Part of doing this is maintaining a high ethical standard One of the best ways to do this is to always be honest with your guests Itrsquos better to tell them you donrsquot know the answer to a question then to make one up and have them find out you lied Itrsquos also important to tell guests accurate information about what the trip will be like how long it will take and what kind of conditions they will find along the way Some tourism related businesses give commissions to tour guides that bring their guests to their gift shops restaurants or other facilities It is unethical to force going to these places on your guests They should only go where they want to go and to scheduled places on the trip It is also unethical to tell guests it is your birthday ask them to help you with family expenses or put up signs saying tips are expected in order to get tips Guests do not have to tip you and you should not expect to be tipped You also should not ldquostealrdquo guests from other tour guides tour operators or tour suppliers If you offer deals on the side or for a better rate you cause problems of trust throughout the tourism industry Itrsquos very important that you do not drink use drugs or get romantically involved with your guests Your guests will look to you to know how to behave during the tour If they see you picking up wildlife and touching coral even though you are not supposed to they will do it too This will destroy our natural resources- the very ones we depend on for our income as tour guides So you should be a model of conservation To do this successfully you must first gain your guests interest and attention in the environment of Belize You should reinforce conservation messages through briefing that describe what behaviors are expected of the guests before they begin an activity Being a model of conservation also means correcting a guest if they are doing something that is damaging in a professional manner You can also ldquoreduce reuse and recyclerdquo in your daily activities through using washable plates and use local food suppliers and local businesses to fill your needs You should convey a message of ecotourism to your guests by having guidelines that prevent negative environmental and cultural impacts and that support the local economy directly

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UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS

Podicipedae Scientific name

Podilymbus podiceps Common name Pie Billed Grebe

Habitat Streams ponds lakes and freshwater marshes Identification Adults are small stocky and very brown white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no white on its wings during flight during the summer the bill is encircled by a black band during the breeding season there is black on the chin and throat Diet Small fish aquatic insects snails frogs and aquatic plants Call loud and cuckoo like (cuck cuck cuck cow-cow-cow cow-ah cow-ah)

Scientific name Tachybaptis dominicus Common name Least Grebe

Habitat Shallow ponds Identification Yellow eyes dark plumage crown and back darker short thin bill white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no undertail feet trail behind body in flight Diet Aquatic insects

Phalacrocoracidae

Scientific name Pelicanus occidentalis Common names Brown Pelican

Habitat Sandy lagoons and beaches Identification Dark coloring long bill with dark pouch flies with neck tucked plunges to catch fish Diet Fish aquatic insects frogs newly hatched alligators

Scientific name Phalacrocorax auritus Common name Double-crested Cormorant

Habitat Coastlines inland lakes and rivers Identification Dark waterbird with hooked bill and long tail long neck some orange perches with wings spread to dry them Diet Fish

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Fregatidae

Scientific name Fregata magificens Common names Magnificent Frigatebird

Habitat Oceans and shorelines Identification Hooked bill chases other birds away to steal prey glides on pointed wings hooked tail Diet Jellyfish carrion fish eggs other speciesrsquo chicks

Hreidae

Scientific name Ixobrychus exilis Common names Least Bittern

Habitat Marshes with cattails and reeds Identification Wading bird buff sides of neck face and wing coverts white chin throat foreneck and belly Diet Fish insects small mammals and frogs

Scientific name Tigrisoma mexicanus Common names Bare Throated Tiger Heron

Habitat Wetlands Identification Adults have black crown yellow throat white foreneck black and buff bars are on the back of the neck and continue down to the tail bill is sharp and relatively long Diet Fish and molluscs Call Harsh croaking ldquowok wok wokrdquo also a far carrying snoring sound

Scientific name Ardea herodias Common names Great Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes ponds mangroves river and lake edges tidal flats Identification Long legs and neck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape long yellow thick bill black plume extending from eye beyond back of head blue-gray back wings and belly black shoulder neck buff with black bordered white stripe

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Scientific name Casmolodidius albus Common names Great Egret

Habitat Savannas coastal lagoons and marshes Identification Large white bird with yellow beak and black legs Diet Fish reptiles and aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Egretta thula Common names Snowy Egret

Habitat Marshes swamps shores and tideflats Identification Smaller than Great Egret with black bill and yellow feet Diet Fish crabs amphibians and insects

Scientific name Egretta caerulea Common names Little Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader usually holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape bill long and pointed dull green legs Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta tricolor Common names Tricolored Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader bill long and pointed white belly and foreneck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta rufescens Common names Reddish Egret

Habitat Shallow bays mangroves and lagoons Identification Long necks and legs bill long and pointed pinkish bill with black tip dark legs and feet holds itrsquos neck in an S shape may feed by flapping wings and running through shallow water Diet Fish frogs crustaceans

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Scientific name Bubulcus ibis Common names Cattle Egret

Habitat Pastures with livestock open fields but breeds near water Identification Short thick pointed bill White body rarely extends neck Diet Frogs amphibians and reptiles

Scientific name Butorides striatus Common names Green Backed Heron

Habitat Wetlands and rivers Identification Short thick chestnut colored neck greenishgray crest and back Diet Small fish mollusks insects reptiles

Scientific name Nycticorax violaceus Common names Yellow Crowned Night Heron

Habitat Swamps mangroves marshes and streams Identification Black head with whitish cheeks and crown long yellow to orange legs black bill Diet Fish frogs mice and insects

Scientific name Cochlearius cochlearius Common names Boat Billed Heron

Habitat Marshes and creeks Identification Broad bill like an overturned boat dull brown gray and black Diet Crabs and frogs

Threskiornithidae

Scientific name Eudocimus albus Common names White Ibis

Habitat Marshes swamps and lagoons Identification Long curved bill holds neck extended in flight white body with black tips red legs pink facial skin and bill Diet Crayfish frogs insects crabs

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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

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Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

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Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION

COURSE GOALS AND GENERAL OBJECTIVES The Mesoamerican Reef Barrier System (MBRS) which extends from Isla Contoy on the north of the Yucataacuten Peninsula to the Bay islands of Honduras is recognized in the Western Hemisphere for its uniqueness due to its length diversity of reef types and associated species The MBRS is also an invaluable resource for its socioeconomic important to the adjacent local communities Within the MBRS over 60 areas have been declared Marine Protected Areas (MPA) with different management regimes Many of the conservation actions related to the establishment of Marine Protected Areas habitat protection and the closure of fishing sites generally lead to socio-economic displacements that affect the human communities that depend on the very resources they want to conserve It is precisely for this reason that the MBRS Project promotes both the conservation of marine and coastal resources and supports sustainable development in those coastal communities whose main source of income is the harvesting of marine resources In attempting to balance both actions a series of alternatives sources of income have been identified to mitigate the vulnerable situation in which coastal communities live Such vulnerability is having an impact on the available capital the ability to further generate or utilize such capital and consequently on the options for feasible livelihoods The present course is framed within the goal of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System Project to enhance the protection of the unique and vulnerable marine ecosystems comprising the MBRS

The general objective is to promote measures which will serve to reduce non-sustainable patterns of economic exploitation of the MBRS focusing initially on the fisheries and tourism sectors THE SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES WILL BE THE FOLLOWING 1 To outline analyze contrast and compare different successful methodologies used in training that relate to sustainable livelihoods throughout the region in order to extract learning experiences for application and identify successful training programs 2 To design and prepare training package for the tourism-related courses including Nature guiding snorkeling recreational diving sportfishing canoeing business management marketing and promotion 3 To train a minimum of twenty representatives of the four countries in the MBRS region taking into account the need for such representatives to begin these activities as alternative sources of income 4 To take responsibility for receiving the equipment its care its maintenance collecting the symbolic rent and administering the funds generated by such rent

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COURSE STRUCTURE METHODS AND LANGUAGE The course was delivered in a workshop format with interaction opportunities for the participants Most of the information presented by the facilitator was enriched with the participantrsquos experiences Since the course emphasized practical specialized training and special attention was paid to the need of training methods for adult education and communication skills for fishers the methods used demonstrated suggested strategies such as role playing hand-on experience small group discussions and the participants were required to use them in their exercises Over all the participants were exposed to 1) slide presentations 2) group discussions 3) small group exercises 4) lectures and 5) participantsrsquo presentations Given the social nature of the MBRS region the course was conducted in English and Spanish

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UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS As a guide you are responsible for many things Itrsquos no easy task- there are many things you will need to deal with all at once Some of your most important responsibilities are to

bull Insure the safety of your guests at all times bull Provide a professional level of service and be courteous and friendly bull Provide quality and accurate information bull Provide an opportunity to learn about the cultures history and environment of Belize in an

informative educational and meaningful way bull Serve as a role model on how to conserve the natural resources and behave in the

cultures of Belize bull Deliver all activities in a timely and professional manner bull Work cooperatively with other parts of the tourism industry

As a tour guide it is your job to be professional and provide a quality service to your guests Part of doing this is maintaining a high ethical standard One of the best ways to do this is to always be honest with your guests Itrsquos better to tell them you donrsquot know the answer to a question then to make one up and have them find out you lied Itrsquos also important to tell guests accurate information about what the trip will be like how long it will take and what kind of conditions they will find along the way Some tourism related businesses give commissions to tour guides that bring their guests to their gift shops restaurants or other facilities It is unethical to force going to these places on your guests They should only go where they want to go and to scheduled places on the trip It is also unethical to tell guests it is your birthday ask them to help you with family expenses or put up signs saying tips are expected in order to get tips Guests do not have to tip you and you should not expect to be tipped You also should not ldquostealrdquo guests from other tour guides tour operators or tour suppliers If you offer deals on the side or for a better rate you cause problems of trust throughout the tourism industry Itrsquos very important that you do not drink use drugs or get romantically involved with your guests Your guests will look to you to know how to behave during the tour If they see you picking up wildlife and touching coral even though you are not supposed to they will do it too This will destroy our natural resources- the very ones we depend on for our income as tour guides So you should be a model of conservation To do this successfully you must first gain your guests interest and attention in the environment of Belize You should reinforce conservation messages through briefing that describe what behaviors are expected of the guests before they begin an activity Being a model of conservation also means correcting a guest if they are doing something that is damaging in a professional manner You can also ldquoreduce reuse and recyclerdquo in your daily activities through using washable plates and use local food suppliers and local businesses to fill your needs You should convey a message of ecotourism to your guests by having guidelines that prevent negative environmental and cultural impacts and that support the local economy directly

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UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS

Podicipedae Scientific name

Podilymbus podiceps Common name Pie Billed Grebe

Habitat Streams ponds lakes and freshwater marshes Identification Adults are small stocky and very brown white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no white on its wings during flight during the summer the bill is encircled by a black band during the breeding season there is black on the chin and throat Diet Small fish aquatic insects snails frogs and aquatic plants Call loud and cuckoo like (cuck cuck cuck cow-cow-cow cow-ah cow-ah)

Scientific name Tachybaptis dominicus Common name Least Grebe

Habitat Shallow ponds Identification Yellow eyes dark plumage crown and back darker short thin bill white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no undertail feet trail behind body in flight Diet Aquatic insects

Phalacrocoracidae

Scientific name Pelicanus occidentalis Common names Brown Pelican

Habitat Sandy lagoons and beaches Identification Dark coloring long bill with dark pouch flies with neck tucked plunges to catch fish Diet Fish aquatic insects frogs newly hatched alligators

Scientific name Phalacrocorax auritus Common name Double-crested Cormorant

Habitat Coastlines inland lakes and rivers Identification Dark waterbird with hooked bill and long tail long neck some orange perches with wings spread to dry them Diet Fish

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Fregatidae

Scientific name Fregata magificens Common names Magnificent Frigatebird

Habitat Oceans and shorelines Identification Hooked bill chases other birds away to steal prey glides on pointed wings hooked tail Diet Jellyfish carrion fish eggs other speciesrsquo chicks

Hreidae

Scientific name Ixobrychus exilis Common names Least Bittern

Habitat Marshes with cattails and reeds Identification Wading bird buff sides of neck face and wing coverts white chin throat foreneck and belly Diet Fish insects small mammals and frogs

Scientific name Tigrisoma mexicanus Common names Bare Throated Tiger Heron

Habitat Wetlands Identification Adults have black crown yellow throat white foreneck black and buff bars are on the back of the neck and continue down to the tail bill is sharp and relatively long Diet Fish and molluscs Call Harsh croaking ldquowok wok wokrdquo also a far carrying snoring sound

Scientific name Ardea herodias Common names Great Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes ponds mangroves river and lake edges tidal flats Identification Long legs and neck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape long yellow thick bill black plume extending from eye beyond back of head blue-gray back wings and belly black shoulder neck buff with black bordered white stripe

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Scientific name Casmolodidius albus Common names Great Egret

Habitat Savannas coastal lagoons and marshes Identification Large white bird with yellow beak and black legs Diet Fish reptiles and aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Egretta thula Common names Snowy Egret

Habitat Marshes swamps shores and tideflats Identification Smaller than Great Egret with black bill and yellow feet Diet Fish crabs amphibians and insects

Scientific name Egretta caerulea Common names Little Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader usually holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape bill long and pointed dull green legs Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta tricolor Common names Tricolored Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader bill long and pointed white belly and foreneck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta rufescens Common names Reddish Egret

Habitat Shallow bays mangroves and lagoons Identification Long necks and legs bill long and pointed pinkish bill with black tip dark legs and feet holds itrsquos neck in an S shape may feed by flapping wings and running through shallow water Diet Fish frogs crustaceans

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Scientific name Bubulcus ibis Common names Cattle Egret

Habitat Pastures with livestock open fields but breeds near water Identification Short thick pointed bill White body rarely extends neck Diet Frogs amphibians and reptiles

Scientific name Butorides striatus Common names Green Backed Heron

Habitat Wetlands and rivers Identification Short thick chestnut colored neck greenishgray crest and back Diet Small fish mollusks insects reptiles

Scientific name Nycticorax violaceus Common names Yellow Crowned Night Heron

Habitat Swamps mangroves marshes and streams Identification Black head with whitish cheeks and crown long yellow to orange legs black bill Diet Fish frogs mice and insects

Scientific name Cochlearius cochlearius Common names Boat Billed Heron

Habitat Marshes and creeks Identification Broad bill like an overturned boat dull brown gray and black Diet Crabs and frogs

Threskiornithidae

Scientific name Eudocimus albus Common names White Ibis

Habitat Marshes swamps and lagoons Identification Long curved bill holds neck extended in flight white body with black tips red legs pink facial skin and bill Diet Crayfish frogs insects crabs

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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

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Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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COURSE STRUCTURE METHODS AND LANGUAGE The course was delivered in a workshop format with interaction opportunities for the participants Most of the information presented by the facilitator was enriched with the participantrsquos experiences Since the course emphasized practical specialized training and special attention was paid to the need of training methods for adult education and communication skills for fishers the methods used demonstrated suggested strategies such as role playing hand-on experience small group discussions and the participants were required to use them in their exercises Over all the participants were exposed to 1) slide presentations 2) group discussions 3) small group exercises 4) lectures and 5) participantsrsquo presentations Given the social nature of the MBRS region the course was conducted in English and Spanish

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UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS As a guide you are responsible for many things Itrsquos no easy task- there are many things you will need to deal with all at once Some of your most important responsibilities are to

bull Insure the safety of your guests at all times bull Provide a professional level of service and be courteous and friendly bull Provide quality and accurate information bull Provide an opportunity to learn about the cultures history and environment of Belize in an

informative educational and meaningful way bull Serve as a role model on how to conserve the natural resources and behave in the

cultures of Belize bull Deliver all activities in a timely and professional manner bull Work cooperatively with other parts of the tourism industry

As a tour guide it is your job to be professional and provide a quality service to your guests Part of doing this is maintaining a high ethical standard One of the best ways to do this is to always be honest with your guests Itrsquos better to tell them you donrsquot know the answer to a question then to make one up and have them find out you lied Itrsquos also important to tell guests accurate information about what the trip will be like how long it will take and what kind of conditions they will find along the way Some tourism related businesses give commissions to tour guides that bring their guests to their gift shops restaurants or other facilities It is unethical to force going to these places on your guests They should only go where they want to go and to scheduled places on the trip It is also unethical to tell guests it is your birthday ask them to help you with family expenses or put up signs saying tips are expected in order to get tips Guests do not have to tip you and you should not expect to be tipped You also should not ldquostealrdquo guests from other tour guides tour operators or tour suppliers If you offer deals on the side or for a better rate you cause problems of trust throughout the tourism industry Itrsquos very important that you do not drink use drugs or get romantically involved with your guests Your guests will look to you to know how to behave during the tour If they see you picking up wildlife and touching coral even though you are not supposed to they will do it too This will destroy our natural resources- the very ones we depend on for our income as tour guides So you should be a model of conservation To do this successfully you must first gain your guests interest and attention in the environment of Belize You should reinforce conservation messages through briefing that describe what behaviors are expected of the guests before they begin an activity Being a model of conservation also means correcting a guest if they are doing something that is damaging in a professional manner You can also ldquoreduce reuse and recyclerdquo in your daily activities through using washable plates and use local food suppliers and local businesses to fill your needs You should convey a message of ecotourism to your guests by having guidelines that prevent negative environmental and cultural impacts and that support the local economy directly

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UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS

Podicipedae Scientific name

Podilymbus podiceps Common name Pie Billed Grebe

Habitat Streams ponds lakes and freshwater marshes Identification Adults are small stocky and very brown white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no white on its wings during flight during the summer the bill is encircled by a black band during the breeding season there is black on the chin and throat Diet Small fish aquatic insects snails frogs and aquatic plants Call loud and cuckoo like (cuck cuck cuck cow-cow-cow cow-ah cow-ah)

Scientific name Tachybaptis dominicus Common name Least Grebe

Habitat Shallow ponds Identification Yellow eyes dark plumage crown and back darker short thin bill white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no undertail feet trail behind body in flight Diet Aquatic insects

Phalacrocoracidae

Scientific name Pelicanus occidentalis Common names Brown Pelican

Habitat Sandy lagoons and beaches Identification Dark coloring long bill with dark pouch flies with neck tucked plunges to catch fish Diet Fish aquatic insects frogs newly hatched alligators

Scientific name Phalacrocorax auritus Common name Double-crested Cormorant

Habitat Coastlines inland lakes and rivers Identification Dark waterbird with hooked bill and long tail long neck some orange perches with wings spread to dry them Diet Fish

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Fregatidae

Scientific name Fregata magificens Common names Magnificent Frigatebird

Habitat Oceans and shorelines Identification Hooked bill chases other birds away to steal prey glides on pointed wings hooked tail Diet Jellyfish carrion fish eggs other speciesrsquo chicks

Hreidae

Scientific name Ixobrychus exilis Common names Least Bittern

Habitat Marshes with cattails and reeds Identification Wading bird buff sides of neck face and wing coverts white chin throat foreneck and belly Diet Fish insects small mammals and frogs

Scientific name Tigrisoma mexicanus Common names Bare Throated Tiger Heron

Habitat Wetlands Identification Adults have black crown yellow throat white foreneck black and buff bars are on the back of the neck and continue down to the tail bill is sharp and relatively long Diet Fish and molluscs Call Harsh croaking ldquowok wok wokrdquo also a far carrying snoring sound

Scientific name Ardea herodias Common names Great Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes ponds mangroves river and lake edges tidal flats Identification Long legs and neck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape long yellow thick bill black plume extending from eye beyond back of head blue-gray back wings and belly black shoulder neck buff with black bordered white stripe

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Scientific name Casmolodidius albus Common names Great Egret

Habitat Savannas coastal lagoons and marshes Identification Large white bird with yellow beak and black legs Diet Fish reptiles and aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Egretta thula Common names Snowy Egret

Habitat Marshes swamps shores and tideflats Identification Smaller than Great Egret with black bill and yellow feet Diet Fish crabs amphibians and insects

Scientific name Egretta caerulea Common names Little Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader usually holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape bill long and pointed dull green legs Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta tricolor Common names Tricolored Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader bill long and pointed white belly and foreneck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta rufescens Common names Reddish Egret

Habitat Shallow bays mangroves and lagoons Identification Long necks and legs bill long and pointed pinkish bill with black tip dark legs and feet holds itrsquos neck in an S shape may feed by flapping wings and running through shallow water Diet Fish frogs crustaceans

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Scientific name Bubulcus ibis Common names Cattle Egret

Habitat Pastures with livestock open fields but breeds near water Identification Short thick pointed bill White body rarely extends neck Diet Frogs amphibians and reptiles

Scientific name Butorides striatus Common names Green Backed Heron

Habitat Wetlands and rivers Identification Short thick chestnut colored neck greenishgray crest and back Diet Small fish mollusks insects reptiles

Scientific name Nycticorax violaceus Common names Yellow Crowned Night Heron

Habitat Swamps mangroves marshes and streams Identification Black head with whitish cheeks and crown long yellow to orange legs black bill Diet Fish frogs mice and insects

Scientific name Cochlearius cochlearius Common names Boat Billed Heron

Habitat Marshes and creeks Identification Broad bill like an overturned boat dull brown gray and black Diet Crabs and frogs

Threskiornithidae

Scientific name Eudocimus albus Common names White Ibis

Habitat Marshes swamps and lagoons Identification Long curved bill holds neck extended in flight white body with black tips red legs pink facial skin and bill Diet Crayfish frogs insects crabs

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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

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Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS As a guide you are responsible for many things Itrsquos no easy task- there are many things you will need to deal with all at once Some of your most important responsibilities are to

bull Insure the safety of your guests at all times bull Provide a professional level of service and be courteous and friendly bull Provide quality and accurate information bull Provide an opportunity to learn about the cultures history and environment of Belize in an

informative educational and meaningful way bull Serve as a role model on how to conserve the natural resources and behave in the

cultures of Belize bull Deliver all activities in a timely and professional manner bull Work cooperatively with other parts of the tourism industry

As a tour guide it is your job to be professional and provide a quality service to your guests Part of doing this is maintaining a high ethical standard One of the best ways to do this is to always be honest with your guests Itrsquos better to tell them you donrsquot know the answer to a question then to make one up and have them find out you lied Itrsquos also important to tell guests accurate information about what the trip will be like how long it will take and what kind of conditions they will find along the way Some tourism related businesses give commissions to tour guides that bring their guests to their gift shops restaurants or other facilities It is unethical to force going to these places on your guests They should only go where they want to go and to scheduled places on the trip It is also unethical to tell guests it is your birthday ask them to help you with family expenses or put up signs saying tips are expected in order to get tips Guests do not have to tip you and you should not expect to be tipped You also should not ldquostealrdquo guests from other tour guides tour operators or tour suppliers If you offer deals on the side or for a better rate you cause problems of trust throughout the tourism industry Itrsquos very important that you do not drink use drugs or get romantically involved with your guests Your guests will look to you to know how to behave during the tour If they see you picking up wildlife and touching coral even though you are not supposed to they will do it too This will destroy our natural resources- the very ones we depend on for our income as tour guides So you should be a model of conservation To do this successfully you must first gain your guests interest and attention in the environment of Belize You should reinforce conservation messages through briefing that describe what behaviors are expected of the guests before they begin an activity Being a model of conservation also means correcting a guest if they are doing something that is damaging in a professional manner You can also ldquoreduce reuse and recyclerdquo in your daily activities through using washable plates and use local food suppliers and local businesses to fill your needs You should convey a message of ecotourism to your guests by having guidelines that prevent negative environmental and cultural impacts and that support the local economy directly

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UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS

Podicipedae Scientific name

Podilymbus podiceps Common name Pie Billed Grebe

Habitat Streams ponds lakes and freshwater marshes Identification Adults are small stocky and very brown white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no white on its wings during flight during the summer the bill is encircled by a black band during the breeding season there is black on the chin and throat Diet Small fish aquatic insects snails frogs and aquatic plants Call loud and cuckoo like (cuck cuck cuck cow-cow-cow cow-ah cow-ah)

Scientific name Tachybaptis dominicus Common name Least Grebe

Habitat Shallow ponds Identification Yellow eyes dark plumage crown and back darker short thin bill white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no undertail feet trail behind body in flight Diet Aquatic insects

Phalacrocoracidae

Scientific name Pelicanus occidentalis Common names Brown Pelican

Habitat Sandy lagoons and beaches Identification Dark coloring long bill with dark pouch flies with neck tucked plunges to catch fish Diet Fish aquatic insects frogs newly hatched alligators

Scientific name Phalacrocorax auritus Common name Double-crested Cormorant

Habitat Coastlines inland lakes and rivers Identification Dark waterbird with hooked bill and long tail long neck some orange perches with wings spread to dry them Diet Fish

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Fregatidae

Scientific name Fregata magificens Common names Magnificent Frigatebird

Habitat Oceans and shorelines Identification Hooked bill chases other birds away to steal prey glides on pointed wings hooked tail Diet Jellyfish carrion fish eggs other speciesrsquo chicks

Hreidae

Scientific name Ixobrychus exilis Common names Least Bittern

Habitat Marshes with cattails and reeds Identification Wading bird buff sides of neck face and wing coverts white chin throat foreneck and belly Diet Fish insects small mammals and frogs

Scientific name Tigrisoma mexicanus Common names Bare Throated Tiger Heron

Habitat Wetlands Identification Adults have black crown yellow throat white foreneck black and buff bars are on the back of the neck and continue down to the tail bill is sharp and relatively long Diet Fish and molluscs Call Harsh croaking ldquowok wok wokrdquo also a far carrying snoring sound

Scientific name Ardea herodias Common names Great Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes ponds mangroves river and lake edges tidal flats Identification Long legs and neck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape long yellow thick bill black plume extending from eye beyond back of head blue-gray back wings and belly black shoulder neck buff with black bordered white stripe

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Scientific name Casmolodidius albus Common names Great Egret

Habitat Savannas coastal lagoons and marshes Identification Large white bird with yellow beak and black legs Diet Fish reptiles and aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Egretta thula Common names Snowy Egret

Habitat Marshes swamps shores and tideflats Identification Smaller than Great Egret with black bill and yellow feet Diet Fish crabs amphibians and insects

Scientific name Egretta caerulea Common names Little Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader usually holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape bill long and pointed dull green legs Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta tricolor Common names Tricolored Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader bill long and pointed white belly and foreneck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta rufescens Common names Reddish Egret

Habitat Shallow bays mangroves and lagoons Identification Long necks and legs bill long and pointed pinkish bill with black tip dark legs and feet holds itrsquos neck in an S shape may feed by flapping wings and running through shallow water Diet Fish frogs crustaceans

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Scientific name Bubulcus ibis Common names Cattle Egret

Habitat Pastures with livestock open fields but breeds near water Identification Short thick pointed bill White body rarely extends neck Diet Frogs amphibians and reptiles

Scientific name Butorides striatus Common names Green Backed Heron

Habitat Wetlands and rivers Identification Short thick chestnut colored neck greenishgray crest and back Diet Small fish mollusks insects reptiles

Scientific name Nycticorax violaceus Common names Yellow Crowned Night Heron

Habitat Swamps mangroves marshes and streams Identification Black head with whitish cheeks and crown long yellow to orange legs black bill Diet Fish frogs mice and insects

Scientific name Cochlearius cochlearius Common names Boat Billed Heron

Habitat Marshes and creeks Identification Broad bill like an overturned boat dull brown gray and black Diet Crabs and frogs

Threskiornithidae

Scientific name Eudocimus albus Common names White Ibis

Habitat Marshes swamps and lagoons Identification Long curved bill holds neck extended in flight white body with black tips red legs pink facial skin and bill Diet Crayfish frogs insects crabs

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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

No Image

Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

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Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS

Podicipedae Scientific name

Podilymbus podiceps Common name Pie Billed Grebe

Habitat Streams ponds lakes and freshwater marshes Identification Adults are small stocky and very brown white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no white on its wings during flight during the summer the bill is encircled by a black band during the breeding season there is black on the chin and throat Diet Small fish aquatic insects snails frogs and aquatic plants Call loud and cuckoo like (cuck cuck cuck cow-cow-cow cow-ah cow-ah)

Scientific name Tachybaptis dominicus Common name Least Grebe

Habitat Shallow ponds Identification Yellow eyes dark plumage crown and back darker short thin bill white with lobed toes belly is pale and there is almost no undertail feet trail behind body in flight Diet Aquatic insects

Phalacrocoracidae

Scientific name Pelicanus occidentalis Common names Brown Pelican

Habitat Sandy lagoons and beaches Identification Dark coloring long bill with dark pouch flies with neck tucked plunges to catch fish Diet Fish aquatic insects frogs newly hatched alligators

Scientific name Phalacrocorax auritus Common name Double-crested Cormorant

Habitat Coastlines inland lakes and rivers Identification Dark waterbird with hooked bill and long tail long neck some orange perches with wings spread to dry them Diet Fish

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Fregatidae

Scientific name Fregata magificens Common names Magnificent Frigatebird

Habitat Oceans and shorelines Identification Hooked bill chases other birds away to steal prey glides on pointed wings hooked tail Diet Jellyfish carrion fish eggs other speciesrsquo chicks

Hreidae

Scientific name Ixobrychus exilis Common names Least Bittern

Habitat Marshes with cattails and reeds Identification Wading bird buff sides of neck face and wing coverts white chin throat foreneck and belly Diet Fish insects small mammals and frogs

Scientific name Tigrisoma mexicanus Common names Bare Throated Tiger Heron

Habitat Wetlands Identification Adults have black crown yellow throat white foreneck black and buff bars are on the back of the neck and continue down to the tail bill is sharp and relatively long Diet Fish and molluscs Call Harsh croaking ldquowok wok wokrdquo also a far carrying snoring sound

Scientific name Ardea herodias Common names Great Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes ponds mangroves river and lake edges tidal flats Identification Long legs and neck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape long yellow thick bill black plume extending from eye beyond back of head blue-gray back wings and belly black shoulder neck buff with black bordered white stripe

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Scientific name Casmolodidius albus Common names Great Egret

Habitat Savannas coastal lagoons and marshes Identification Large white bird with yellow beak and black legs Diet Fish reptiles and aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Egretta thula Common names Snowy Egret

Habitat Marshes swamps shores and tideflats Identification Smaller than Great Egret with black bill and yellow feet Diet Fish crabs amphibians and insects

Scientific name Egretta caerulea Common names Little Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader usually holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape bill long and pointed dull green legs Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta tricolor Common names Tricolored Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader bill long and pointed white belly and foreneck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta rufescens Common names Reddish Egret

Habitat Shallow bays mangroves and lagoons Identification Long necks and legs bill long and pointed pinkish bill with black tip dark legs and feet holds itrsquos neck in an S shape may feed by flapping wings and running through shallow water Diet Fish frogs crustaceans

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Scientific name Bubulcus ibis Common names Cattle Egret

Habitat Pastures with livestock open fields but breeds near water Identification Short thick pointed bill White body rarely extends neck Diet Frogs amphibians and reptiles

Scientific name Butorides striatus Common names Green Backed Heron

Habitat Wetlands and rivers Identification Short thick chestnut colored neck greenishgray crest and back Diet Small fish mollusks insects reptiles

Scientific name Nycticorax violaceus Common names Yellow Crowned Night Heron

Habitat Swamps mangroves marshes and streams Identification Black head with whitish cheeks and crown long yellow to orange legs black bill Diet Fish frogs mice and insects

Scientific name Cochlearius cochlearius Common names Boat Billed Heron

Habitat Marshes and creeks Identification Broad bill like an overturned boat dull brown gray and black Diet Crabs and frogs

Threskiornithidae

Scientific name Eudocimus albus Common names White Ibis

Habitat Marshes swamps and lagoons Identification Long curved bill holds neck extended in flight white body with black tips red legs pink facial skin and bill Diet Crayfish frogs insects crabs

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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

No Image

Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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No Image

Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Fregatidae

Scientific name Fregata magificens Common names Magnificent Frigatebird

Habitat Oceans and shorelines Identification Hooked bill chases other birds away to steal prey glides on pointed wings hooked tail Diet Jellyfish carrion fish eggs other speciesrsquo chicks

Hreidae

Scientific name Ixobrychus exilis Common names Least Bittern

Habitat Marshes with cattails and reeds Identification Wading bird buff sides of neck face and wing coverts white chin throat foreneck and belly Diet Fish insects small mammals and frogs

Scientific name Tigrisoma mexicanus Common names Bare Throated Tiger Heron

Habitat Wetlands Identification Adults have black crown yellow throat white foreneck black and buff bars are on the back of the neck and continue down to the tail bill is sharp and relatively long Diet Fish and molluscs Call Harsh croaking ldquowok wok wokrdquo also a far carrying snoring sound

Scientific name Ardea herodias Common names Great Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes ponds mangroves river and lake edges tidal flats Identification Long legs and neck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape long yellow thick bill black plume extending from eye beyond back of head blue-gray back wings and belly black shoulder neck buff with black bordered white stripe

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Scientific name Casmolodidius albus Common names Great Egret

Habitat Savannas coastal lagoons and marshes Identification Large white bird with yellow beak and black legs Diet Fish reptiles and aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Egretta thula Common names Snowy Egret

Habitat Marshes swamps shores and tideflats Identification Smaller than Great Egret with black bill and yellow feet Diet Fish crabs amphibians and insects

Scientific name Egretta caerulea Common names Little Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader usually holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape bill long and pointed dull green legs Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta tricolor Common names Tricolored Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader bill long and pointed white belly and foreneck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta rufescens Common names Reddish Egret

Habitat Shallow bays mangroves and lagoons Identification Long necks and legs bill long and pointed pinkish bill with black tip dark legs and feet holds itrsquos neck in an S shape may feed by flapping wings and running through shallow water Diet Fish frogs crustaceans

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Scientific name Bubulcus ibis Common names Cattle Egret

Habitat Pastures with livestock open fields but breeds near water Identification Short thick pointed bill White body rarely extends neck Diet Frogs amphibians and reptiles

Scientific name Butorides striatus Common names Green Backed Heron

Habitat Wetlands and rivers Identification Short thick chestnut colored neck greenishgray crest and back Diet Small fish mollusks insects reptiles

Scientific name Nycticorax violaceus Common names Yellow Crowned Night Heron

Habitat Swamps mangroves marshes and streams Identification Black head with whitish cheeks and crown long yellow to orange legs black bill Diet Fish frogs mice and insects

Scientific name Cochlearius cochlearius Common names Boat Billed Heron

Habitat Marshes and creeks Identification Broad bill like an overturned boat dull brown gray and black Diet Crabs and frogs

Threskiornithidae

Scientific name Eudocimus albus Common names White Ibis

Habitat Marshes swamps and lagoons Identification Long curved bill holds neck extended in flight white body with black tips red legs pink facial skin and bill Diet Crayfish frogs insects crabs

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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

No Image

Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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No Image

Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Casmolodidius albus Common names Great Egret

Habitat Savannas coastal lagoons and marshes Identification Large white bird with yellow beak and black legs Diet Fish reptiles and aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Egretta thula Common names Snowy Egret

Habitat Marshes swamps shores and tideflats Identification Smaller than Great Egret with black bill and yellow feet Diet Fish crabs amphibians and insects

Scientific name Egretta caerulea Common names Little Blue Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader usually holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape bill long and pointed dull green legs Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta tricolor Common names Tricolored Heron

Habitat Marshes and swamps Identification Long legged long necked wader bill long and pointed white belly and foreneck holds neck in an ldquoSrdquo shape Diet Fish frogs and insects

Scientific name Egretta rufescens Common names Reddish Egret

Habitat Shallow bays mangroves and lagoons Identification Long necks and legs bill long and pointed pinkish bill with black tip dark legs and feet holds itrsquos neck in an S shape may feed by flapping wings and running through shallow water Diet Fish frogs crustaceans

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Scientific name Bubulcus ibis Common names Cattle Egret

Habitat Pastures with livestock open fields but breeds near water Identification Short thick pointed bill White body rarely extends neck Diet Frogs amphibians and reptiles

Scientific name Butorides striatus Common names Green Backed Heron

Habitat Wetlands and rivers Identification Short thick chestnut colored neck greenishgray crest and back Diet Small fish mollusks insects reptiles

Scientific name Nycticorax violaceus Common names Yellow Crowned Night Heron

Habitat Swamps mangroves marshes and streams Identification Black head with whitish cheeks and crown long yellow to orange legs black bill Diet Fish frogs mice and insects

Scientific name Cochlearius cochlearius Common names Boat Billed Heron

Habitat Marshes and creeks Identification Broad bill like an overturned boat dull brown gray and black Diet Crabs and frogs

Threskiornithidae

Scientific name Eudocimus albus Common names White Ibis

Habitat Marshes swamps and lagoons Identification Long curved bill holds neck extended in flight white body with black tips red legs pink facial skin and bill Diet Crayfish frogs insects crabs

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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

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Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

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Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Bubulcus ibis Common names Cattle Egret

Habitat Pastures with livestock open fields but breeds near water Identification Short thick pointed bill White body rarely extends neck Diet Frogs amphibians and reptiles

Scientific name Butorides striatus Common names Green Backed Heron

Habitat Wetlands and rivers Identification Short thick chestnut colored neck greenishgray crest and back Diet Small fish mollusks insects reptiles

Scientific name Nycticorax violaceus Common names Yellow Crowned Night Heron

Habitat Swamps mangroves marshes and streams Identification Black head with whitish cheeks and crown long yellow to orange legs black bill Diet Fish frogs mice and insects

Scientific name Cochlearius cochlearius Common names Boat Billed Heron

Habitat Marshes and creeks Identification Broad bill like an overturned boat dull brown gray and black Diet Crabs and frogs

Threskiornithidae

Scientific name Eudocimus albus Common names White Ibis

Habitat Marshes swamps and lagoons Identification Long curved bill holds neck extended in flight white body with black tips red legs pink facial skin and bill Diet Crayfish frogs insects crabs

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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

No Image

Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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No Image

Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Ajaia ajaja Common names Roseate Spoonbill

Habitat Mangroves tidal pools lagoons Identification Long spoon-shaped bill white head and chest with pink wings and legs Diet Small fish insects shrimp mollusks and snails

Ciconidae

Scientific name Mycteria Americana Common names Wood Stork

Habitat Wetlands and mangroves Identification White with black extremities and tail bill is black and slightly curved Diet Fish

Scientific name Anas dicors Common names Blue Winged Teal

Habitat Wetlands Identification Blue-gray shoulder patch males have white head crescent and shoulder patch dark bill females have a pale head with a dark crown and pale eye ring Diet Aquatic plants and seeds

Scientific name Anas Americana Common names American Widgeon

Habitat Ponds marshes and lakes Identification Blue bill white belly male has rusty flanks female has paler head and neck Diet Aquatic plants and eelgrass

Scientific name Aythya affinis Common names Lesser Scaup

Habitat Ponds marshes rivers and lakes Identification Yellow eyes and blue bill dark wing tipped with white and gray male may have a glossy purple head male basic is similar to female Diet Aquatic seed insects crustaceans snails

Cathartidae

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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

No Image

Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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No Image

Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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35

Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Coragyps atratus Common names Black Vulture

Habitat Open countryside woodlands thickets Identification Broad wings short tail long thick gray legs hooked dark bill holds wings flat while soaring and gliding unfeathered gray head plumage entirely black Diet Carion

Scientific name Catharses aura Common names Turkey Vulture

Habitat Farmland and woodland Identification Long rounded tail short thick legs long hooked bill holds wings at an angle when gliding and soaring small unfeathered head plumage brown Diet Carion Call Can make hissing or growling sounds

Scientific name Catharses burrovianus Common names Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture

Habitat Savannas and open areas

Accipitridae

Scientific name Panion haliaetus Common names Osprey

Habitat Coastlines rivers and lakes Identification Flies on flat wings with a kink at the elbow wings have a rounded tip white cap short hooked beak white chin throat breast and belly brown tail with white bands dark brown back and upperwings Diet Fish Call Whistling ldquochook chook chookrdquo

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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

No Image

Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Chondrohierax uncinatus Common names Hook-billed kite

Habitat Woods along rivers and streams Identification Rounded wing large hooked beak gray with primary wings barred black and white female has dark head and neck with rufous wings and collar Diet Snails Call Very musical whistle also a shrill scream

Scientific name Elanus caeruleus Common names Black Shouldered Kite

Habitat Open savannah grassy plains Identification Gray and white red eye black shoulder patch square tail hovers in flight Diet Mammals and large insects Call Silent bird but will make a weak whistling sound

Scientific name Geranospiza caerulescens Common names Crane Hawk

Habitat Lowlands near water Identification Medium sized hawk wings are short broad and rounded long legs and tail grey Diet Lizards snakes large insects and tree frogs Call Long ldquohowrdquo sound

Scientific name Buteogallus anthracinus Common names Common Black Hawk

Habitat Coastal lowlands Identification Sooty black white bar in the middle of tail legs are yellow black bill Diet Crabs frogs snakes fish insects and rodents Call Musical 3 syllable call

Scientific name Buteo magnirostris Common names Roadside Hawk

Habitat Found in almost all habitats with the exception of dense forest Identification Small hawk with long tail and short wings breast and lower parts are barred brown and white tail has gray bars rufous patches on wings Diet Insects reptiles and small mammals Call A ldquoheyaaardquo a whistling ldquoseeuurdquo or a buzzy or hissing ldquokzweeeooordquo

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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

No Image

Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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No Image

Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Falco culumbarius Common names Merlin

Habitat Lowlands avoids heavily wooded areas Diet Other birds small mammals snakes and lizards

Scientific name Falco peregrinus Common names Peregrine

Habitat Open areas Identification Black head and moustache Diet Mostly birds but will eat mammals fish and lizards

Cracidae

Scientific name Ortalis vetula Common names Plain Chachalaca

Habitat Woodlands and thickets near water Identification Small head dark brown feathers on head and back lighter brown feathers on chest long greenish tail with white tip Diet Leaves grains berries buds and insects Call ldquocha-ca-lacrdquo

Phasianidae

No Image

Scientific name Dactylortyx thoracius Common names Singing Quail

Habitat Highlands and forests Identification Dark brown stubby tail male has tawny-orange throat and eyebrow stripe tawny buff below female is dull grayish on face and tawny buff below Call is ldquopitter pitititrdquo whistle beginnings with 4 loud clear whistles then 3 to 6 repeated phrases

Rallidae

Scientific name Rallus longirostris Common names Clapper Rail

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Slightly downward curving bill hen-like olive-brown upper body cinnamon breast

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No Image

Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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No Image

Scientific name Aramides axillaries Common names Rufous-Necked Wood Rail

Habitat Mangroves swamp forest Identification Rufous head and neck upper back and lower underparts gray

Scientific name Porzana Carolina Common names Sora

Habitat Marshes Identification Short bill chunky tail back dark brown with streaks of black breast and sides of head pale gray yellow bill Diet Seeds insects and snails

Scientific name Gallinula cholorpus Common names Common Moorhen

Identification Slate colored darker on head and becoming brownish on back white flank streaks and edging under tail bill and frontal plate bright red with greenish tip Diet Vegetable matter and small aquatic animals

Scientific name Fulica Americana Common names American Coot

Habitat Wetlands Identification Bill is short thick and white with red spot near tip body is gray with head and neck darker legs are yellowish with scalloped toes Diet Plants insects and fish

Aramidae

Scientific name Aramus guarauma Common names Limpkin

Habitat Woody swamps and marshes Identification Long legs and neck brown and grey feathers with white spots and streaks long slightly curved bill that is yellow with a black tip Diet Snails frogs tadpoles and insects

Charadriidae

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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Pluvialis squatarola Common names Black Bellied Plover

Habitat Sand beaches and mudflats Identification Back checkered white and black (giving it a gray appearance) underside white tail barred with white and black

Scientific name Pluvialis dominica Common names Lesser (American) Golden Plover

Identification Upper parts gray speckled with yellow throat and under parts black

Scientific name Charadrius wilsonia Common names Wilsonrsquos Plover

Habitat Beaches and sandflats Identification Black bill grayish-pink legs brown uppers black head stripe Diet Insects and small shellfish

Scientific name Charadrius semipalmatus Common names Semipalmated Plover

Habitat Mudflats lake shores and salt marshes Identification Brown back with white underside white neck and throat with black band orange legs and feet black bill with orange band white ldquoeyebrowsrdquo and white patch between the eyes Diet Insects crustaceans and molluscs

Scientific name Charadrius vociferous Common names Killdeer

Habitat Open spaces Identification Two black bands across a white chest orange-ish back tail and rump upper back and wings are brown dark band below eye Diet Insects Call ldquokill-deerdquo

Recurvirostridae

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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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26

Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Himantopus mexicanus Common names Black-necked Stilt

Habitat Fresh water ponds Identification Black above white below with a long slender bill and extremely long red legs

Scolopacidae

Scientific name Tringa melanoleuca Common names Greater Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long legs long thin slightly upturned bill yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars head neck and breast pale with brown streaks dark brown back with pale flecks

Scientific name Tringa flavipes Common names Lesser Yellowlegs

Habitat Marshy areas Identification Long thin dark straight bill long yellow legs white tail crossed with thin black bars dark brown back with pale streaks

Scientific name Tringa solitaria Common names Solitary Sandpiper

Habitat Swampy margins of brackish pools rivers and freshwater ponds Identification Long greenish legs white eye ring dark rump and tail with white on the outer tail feathers gray-brown head and neck white belly gray-brown back flecked with white head neck and breast pale streaked with brown

Scientific name Catoptrophorus semipalmatus Common names Willet

Identification Long blue-gray legs plump looking long thick straight black bill whitish tail white belly pale gray-brown head neck back upperwings and breast Call ldquopill-will-willet pill-will-willetrdquo

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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Actitis macularia Common names Spotted Sandpiper

Habitat Rivers and lakes with sparsely vegetated islands and shorelines Identification Black spots on white breast short yellowish or pinkish legs white wingstripe dark bill dark head with dark eyeline plain dark back and upperwings breast belly and throat white Diet Insects

Scientific name Boatramia logicauda Common names Upland Sandpiper

Habitat Open grasslands Identification Brown streaked feathers head has black crown and white eye ring long neck and chest pale buff tail buff and brown with black markings Diet Insects and seeds

Scientific name Numenius phaeopus Common names Whimbrel

Habitat Coastlines Identification Long curved bill dark legs grayish- white and brown head stripes brown underparts with small light and dark spots white belly

Scientific name Numenius americanus Common names Long Billed Curlew

Habitat Breeds on plains grasslands and prairies winters on lake and river shores marshes mudflats and sandy beaches Identification Speckled brown wings lighter brown head and chest long curved bill Diet Insects small crustaceans seeds and berries

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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Arenaria interpres Common names Ruddy Turnstone

Habitat Coastlines and sand beaches Identification Short orange legs in summer black white and rufous markings on upperparts tail with broad black band and white tip white throat and belly in winter dark grayish-brown upperparts white eyebrow throat and underparts lower breast black

Scientific name Calidris alba Common name Sanderling

Habitat Shorelines especially with strong waves Identification Medium-length thin dark bill dark legs wide white wing stripe pale gray head and upperparts gray breast band white underparts dark eyeline Diet Marine animals

Scientific name Calidris pusilla Common name Semi Palmated Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines and mudflats Identification Short thin dark bill thin white wing stripe back and wings gray with gray edges black streaking on breast white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and seeds

Scientific name Calidris mauri Common names Western Sandpiper

Habitat Shorelines Identification Short thin dark bill with slight droop dark legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail back and wings gray with black centers white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates

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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Calidris minutilla Common names Least Sandpiper

Habitat Beaches tidal flats salt marshes Identification Short thin dark slightly curved bill yellow legs thin white wing stripe black line on rump and tail gray-brown feathers gray-brown breast band white underparts Diet Aquatic invertebrates and some plant matter

Scientific name Limnodromus griseus Common names Short Billed Dowitcher

Habitat Shorelines marshes and bogs Identification Long straight bill upperparts speckled black and brown breast is white to brown white rump patch greenish legs Diet Insects and eggs Call ldquotu-tu-turdquo

Scientific name Gallinago gallinago Common names Common Snipe

Habitat Marshes and wet fields Identification Stocky short legged pointed wings long straight bill olive legs head has alternating dark and pale stripes pale breast with darker markings patterned back brown rump and tail white belly dark wings Diet Aquatic invertebrates and fish

Scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus Common names Parasitic Jaeger

Habitat Shorelines but occasionally found inland spends most of time over open ocean Identification Black cap covers eye and crosses chin yellow area below cap and white nape very dark underparts paler bill Diet Fish

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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Larus atricilla Common names Laughing Gull

Habitat Coasts and the mouths of rivers Identification Gray wings long black bill that is droopy at tip Diet Fish shellfish crabs shrimp

Scientific name Sterna nilotica Common names Gull Billed Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Thick blunt black bill short notched tail pale underwings white forehead dark ear spot Diet Insects and some aquatic invertebrates

Scientific name Sterna caspia Common names Caspian Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Barrel chested thick reddish bill short notched tail black cap streaked with white pale gray back and upperwings Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna maxima Common names Royal Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Yellow bill black cap with short crest black nape white face neck and underparts gray back and wings forked tail black legs Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna sandvicensis Common names Sandwich Tern

Habitat Coasts Identification Long thin black bill with yellow tip long deeply forked tail spiky crest at rear of head white forehead and streaked crown black mask from eye to crest Diet Fish

Scientific name Sterna antillarum Common names Least Tern

Habitat Coastlines Identification Slender pointed black bill short forked tail rounded head without crest orange legs white forehead face neck and belly black cap with white speckles gray back and upperwing Diet Fish

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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Columbidae

Scientific name Columba leucocephala Common names White Crowned Pigeon

Habitat Woodlands Identification Dark feathers white crown Diet Fruit

Scientific name Zenaida asiatica Common names White Winged Dove

Identification Long black bill blue tear-drop shaped orbital ring pale gray-brown head neck back belly and upperwings purplish iridescence on neck bold white wing patch long dark brown tail that is rounded at tip

Scientific name Columbina passerine Common name Common Ground

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and chunky black tipped orange bill gray-brown back and upperwings scaly breast and head short tail that is slightly rounded at tip male pinkishbuff head pinkish belly blue hindneck and nape female gray head neck nape breast and belly Diet Seeds and insects Call ldquowoo-oordquo

Scientific name Leptotila jamaicensis Common name Caribbean Dove

Habitat Forests dense undergrowth and woodland borders Identification White face and underparts iridescent purple on nape pale pink breast upperparts olive brown legs and feet red Call ldquocu-cu-cu-ooordquo

Psittacidae

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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Aratinga nana Common names Olive Throated Parakeet

Habitat Forest edges brush crop fields Identification Olive-brown throat and breast blue in wing darker underparts Call Voice is a noisy shrieking chatter

Cuculidae

Scientific name Coccyzus americanus Common names Yellow Billed Cuckoo

Habitat Woodlands Identification Slender long-tailed bird yellow orbital ring inner part of the wing is cinnamon brown head nape back and upperwings white chin breast and belly bill is black on top and yellow on bottom Diet Insects

Scientific name Coccyzus minor Common names Mangrove Cuckoo

Habitat Mangrove swamps Identification Thin curved bill with yellow lower mandible black mask gray-brown upperparts buffy underparts long tail that is black underneath with large white spots Diet Insects Call A deep ldquogaw-gaw-gawrdquo

Scientific name Piaya cayana Common names Squirrel Cuckoo

Habitat Dry woodlands and thickets Identification Bright cinnamon pale gray belly very long tail with broad white tips Diet Insects Call Series of 5-10 slow whistling ldquoyeeprsquosrdquo also ldquoyah-aaardquo or ldquowhep whep wheprdquo or ldquogeep-kareerrdquo

Scientific name Crotophaga ani Common names Smooth-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Ungrooved highly arched bill with bump near base entirely black long tail Diet Insects reptiles and amphibians fruit

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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Crotophaga sulcirostrils Common names Groove-Billed Ani

Habitat Forest edges savannas agricultural lands and roadsides Identification Deep-grooved bill with curved ridge entirely black loosely jointed tail weak flight and alternately flaps and sail

Strigidae

Scientific name Bulbo virginianus Common names Great Horned Owl

Habitat Woodlands and the edges of forests Identification Large tufts of feathers on head that looks like horns big cat-like eyes black brown and white markings Diet Small mammals and birds

Scientific name Ciccaba virgata Common names Mottled Owl

Habitat Lowland forests and foothills Identification Hornless dark brown above underparts white or buff with dark brown streaks Call A ldquowaaa-arsquo-ooordquo that is harsh and mournful increasing in pitch and volume and then decreasing also a ldquohootrdquo and ldquoboo boo-ab boo-abrdquo

Caprimulgidae

Scientific name Chordeiles acutipennis Common names Lesser Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill upperparts grey and white patterned brown and white patterned on head and chest underparts have dark bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Chordeiles minor Common names Common Nighthawk

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill blackish upperparts with gray and white patterning brown and white patterning on head and chest underparts with heavy dark gray bars dark wings with pale patch tail is dark with thin white bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Nyctidromus albicollis Common name Common Pauraque

Habitat Woodlands and brush Identification Very short bill brownish upperparts with buff and black patterning pale underparts with barring white patch at base of primary wings that is visible while flying male has long tail with white patches Diet Insects Call Voice is a whistle ldquopur-wersquoeeeerrdquo

No Image

Scientific name Caprimulgus salvini Common name Tawny-Collared Nightjar

Habitat Forest edges Identification Collar is rufous largest nightjar male has white tail tips female has buff tail tips Call repeated ldquochuck-willrdquo or ldquochip-willowrdquo

Icterinae

Scientific name Dives dives Common name Melodious Blackbird

Habitat Open woods farmlands Identification Large black bird with dark eye male is all black and glossy female is smaller and more sooty brown Call Whistle ldquowhat cherrdquo (given 2-3 times)

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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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35

Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Male Female

Scientific name Quiscalus mexicanus Common name Great Tailed Grackle

Habitat Groves and thickets mangroves muddy beaches towns and city parks Identification Very long tail pale eyes long bill male is entirely black with purple iridescence female is dark brown with a buff colored breast Diet Plants insects reptiles and amphibians aquatic invertebrates La Dieta Las plantas los insectos los reptiles y los anfibios los invertebrados acuaacuteticos Call Shrill ldquokee-kee-kee-kee-keerdquo or ldquoma-reerdquo

Male Female

Scientific name Icterus spurious Common names Orchard Oriole

Habitat Second growth forests wood borders and scrub Identification Male- black head back breast wings and tail brown underparts shoulder and rump immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish upperparts two wing bars Diet Insects and some fruit Call Song is a fast outburst of whistles ldquowhat-cheerrdquo or ldquowhererdquo

Male

Scientific name Icterus cucullatus Common names Hooded Oriole

Habitat Open woods thickets palms shade trees Identification Sharply pointed bill Male- black face throat back wings and tail orange head belly rump and undertail coverlets white wing bars immature male is similar to female but has black throat Female- greenish-gray upperparts yellowish underparts two wing bars Diet Insects some fruit and nectar Call Troaty notes and piping whistles ldquohut chut chut whew whewrdquo

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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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35

Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Icterus chrysater Common names Yellow Backed Oriole

Habitat Pine ridges second growth forests Identification Golden yellow back black forehead and throat no white in wing Call ldquoTeea cheep-cheep-cheep teerdquo with first and last notes whistled and the others nasal

Scientific name Icterus galbula Common names Northern (Baltimore) Oriole

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Male- black head neck throat upper back wings wing coverts tipped with white rest bright orange Female Yellowish-brown crown back and tail that are mottled with black dull orange rump and underparts brighter on breast wings dark blackish brown with white bars the feathers edged with buff Diet Insects Call Voice is a series of rich piping whistled notes ldquohew-lirdquo

Scientific name Amblycercus holosericeus Common names Yellow-Billed Cacique

Habitat Brushy second growth dense undergrowth of open woodlands cane Identification Black bird with pointed pale yellow or greenish white bill pale yellow eye Call Harsh notes usually double ldquowahk-wahkrdquo or ldquowahk chowh-chowhrdquo

Scientific name Dendroica coronata Common names Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small active bird bright yellow rump thin pointed bill white spots on tail Diet Insects some fruit

Scientific name Dendroica virens Common names Black Throated Green Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow face olive crown and back greenish cheeks underparts pale with yellowish tinge and black streaks on the side white wing bars black legs Diet Insects

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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Male Female

Scientific name Dendroica fusca Common names Blackburnian Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Thin pointed bill dark legs Male- black crown and cheeks firey orange throat side of neck forehead and breast black nape wings and back white side of breast to flanks Female- pale yellow to side of breast to flanks orange face and breast brownish-olive crown cheeks and upperparts pale streaks on darker back two white wing bars white belly faint black streaks on sides Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica dominica Common names Yellow-Throated Warbler

Habitat Woodland Identification Small and active long thin slightly decurved bill black forehead eyeline cheek white patch on neck gray upperparts yellow throat and breast white upperparts with black streaks on the sides white wing bars black legs female nearly identical Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica discolor Common names Prairie Warbler

Habitat Scrub Identification Small and active thin pointed bill black line goes through eye and encircles yellow spot below olive upperparts with rust streaks on back yellow underparts with dark streaks on sides yellow rump dark legs female duller Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica palmarum Common names Palm Warbler

Habitat Fields and scrubby habitats Identification Small and active thin pointed bill yellow undertail coverlets yellowish rump dark legs rusty cap bright yellow underparts with rusty streaks on breast olive-brown upperparts plumage brightest in Spring and Summer Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Dendroica striata Common names Black Poll Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active white wing bars thin pointed bill white spots visible on underside of tail yellow legs black crown white face upperparts streaked black and white underparts mostly white with black streaks on the sides female is similar without head pattern Diet Insects

Scientific name Mniotilta varia Common names Black amp White Warbler

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and active pointed thin bill head black and white striped black back with white streaks black wings with white bars streaked breast and flanks spotted undertail coverlets black legs Diet Insects

Male Female

Scientific name Setophaga ruticilla Common names American Redstart

Habitat Woodlands Identification Small and very active pointed thin bill fans tail exposing yellow or red patches Male- orange-red sides of breast wing and tail patches belly and undertail coverlets white remainder black Female- yellow sides of breast wing and tail patches white underparts olive upperparts with grayer head Diet Insects

Scientific name Protonotaria eitrea Common names Prothonotary Warbler

Identification Golden head and breast blue- gray wings without bars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Helmitheros vermivorus Common names Worm-Eating Warbler

Identification Black stripes on buffy head Diet Insects

Scientific name Limnothlyps swainsonii Common names Swainsonrsquos Warbler

Identification Brown back brown crown white stripe over eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveoracensis Common names Oven Bird

Identification Eye ring dull orange crown Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus noveboracensis Common names Northern Waterthrush

Identification Yellowish eye stripe streaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

Scientific name Seiurus motacilla Common names Louisiana Waterthrush

Identification White eye stripe unstreaked throat striped breast Diet Insects

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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Oporornis formosus Common names Kentucky Warbler

Identification Yellow below black ldquosideburnsrdquo yellow spectacles Diet Insects

Scientific name Oporornis philadelphia Common names Mourning Warbler

Identification Gray hood no eye ring Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis trichas Common names Common Yellowthroat

Identification Male- yellow throat black mask with white stripe above female- yellow throat whitish belly no mask Diet Insects

Scientific name Geothylpis poliocephala Common names Gray-Crowned Yellowthroat

Identification Slightly larger than Common Yellowthroat male- black face patch between eye and bill gray cap partial white eye ring bill black above and buff below female- similar to female Common Yellowthroat but with more pronounced eye ring less white on belly Diet Insects

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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Wilsonia citrina Common names Hooded Warbler

Identification Male- black hood around yellow face female- no hood yellow face and underparts olive back white tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Icteria virens Common names Yellow-Breasted Chat

Identification Large white spectacles yellow throat and breast Diet Insects

Coerebinae

Scientific name Coereba flaveola Common names Banana Quit

Identification Small black back white eyebrow stripe yellow underparts gray throat white wing spot dull yellowish rump Diet Insects Call Rising ldquoSisisisirdquo and ldquowizwiz wiz sisisisirdquo

Thraupinae

Scientific name Piranga rubra Common names Summer Tanager

Identification Male- red pale bill female- olive above deep yellow below pale bill no wing bars Diet Insects small fruits and berries

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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Male

Female

Scientific name Piranga olivacea Common names Scarlet Tanager

Identification Male- red black wings Female yellow-green dusky wings Diet Insects small fruits and berries

Cardinalinae

Scientific name Saltator atricpes Common names Black-Headed Saltator

Identification White throat surrounded by black yellowish-green back head black under tail cinnamon Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Pheucticus ludovicianus Common names Rose-Breasted Grosbeak

Identification Male- rose breast patch female- striped head and breast big bill Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Guiraca caerulea Common names Blue Grosbeak

Identification Male- blue and tan wing bars female- brown tan wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Scientific name Passerina cyanea Common names Indigo Bunting

Identification Male- all blue no wing bars female- brown faint streaks Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Emberizinae

Scientific name Sporophila torqueola Common names White-Collared Seedeater

Habitat Roadsides tall grass Identification Male- Broad white collar tawny rump black hood and chest rounded bill female- brown buff eye ring buff to white wingbars Diet Seeds insects and small fruits La dieta Las semillas los insectos y las Frutas pequentildeas Call ldquoSweet sweet sweet sweet cheer cheer cheer cheer

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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Melospiza lincolnii Common names Lincolnrsquos Sparrow

Identification Buff breast Diet Seeds insects and small fruits

Hirundinidae

Scientific name Prongne subis Common names Purple Martin

Identification Male- all black female- gray breast and collar Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Progne chalybea Common names Gray-Breasted Martin

Identification Large dark forehead no collar male- glossy black female- browner Diet Seeds and insects

Scientific name Tachycineta bicolour Common names Tree Swallow

Identification Back blue-black underparts white Diet Insects

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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Tachycineta albilinea Common names Mangrove Swallow

Habitat Mangroves and rivers Identification White breasted with blue-green back white rump white line between bill and eye Diet Insects

Scientific name Stelgidopteryx serripennis Common names North Roughwing Swallow

Habitat Riverbanks near roads Identification Dark grayish-brown above whitish below brown on throat tail short

Scientific name Riparia riparia Common names Bank Swallow

Identification Brown back dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Hirundo pyrrhonota Common names Cliff Swallow

Identification Pale rusty rump dark throat light forehead Diet Insects

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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Hirundo rustica Common names Barn Swallow

Identification Deeply forked tail profunda Diet Insects

Corvidae

Scientific name Cyanocorax yucatanicus Common names Yucatan Jay

Identification Blue

Scientific name Polioptila caerulea Common names Blue-Gray Gnatchatcher

Identification Gray above white below long black white sided tail white eye ring Diet Insects and insect eggs Call Thin ldquozpeerdquo or ldquocheerdquo

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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Mimidae

Scientific name Catharus fuscenscens Common names Veery

Identification Tawny above fine spotting on breast Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus minimus Common names Gray-Cheeked Thrush

Identification Spotted on breast gray cheek Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Catharus ustulatus Common names Swainsonrsquos Thrush

Identification Spotted breast buffy cheek broad eye ring Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

Scientific name Hylocichla musterlina Common names Wood Thrush

Identification Rufous head and shoulders large round spots Diet Insects worms snails berries and fruits

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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Dumetella cardolinensis Common names Gray Catbird

Identification Gray black crown chestnut under tail Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Melanoptila glabrirostris Common names Black Catbird

Identification Glossy blue-black Diet Insects and fruits

Scientific name Mimus gilvus Common names Tropical Mockingbird

Identification No large wing patches Diet Insects and fruits

Vireonidae

Scientific name Vireo griseus Common names White-Eyed Vireo

Identification Yellowish spectacles whitish throat white eyes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Vireo pallens Common names Mangrove Vireo

Identification Dingy yellow eyebrow stripe similar to white-eyed vireo Diet Insects Call Repetitious and loud ldquoche-che-che- cherdquo

Scientific name Vireo flavifrons Common names Yellow-Throated Vireo

Identification Bright yellow throat and spectacles 2 wing bars Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireo olivaceus Common names Red-Eyed Vireo

Identification Gray crown black and white eyebrow stripes Diet Insects

Scientific name Vireosylva magister Common names Yucatan Vireo

Habitat Mangroves and low woods Identification Eyebrown stripe grayish-buff underparts dull yellowish gray Diet Insects

Scientific name Cyclarhis gujanensis Common names Rufous-Browned Peppershrike

Habitat Forest borders and open woods Identification Chunky olive back yellowish underparts rufous stripe across forehead and over eyes crown and cheeks gray Call ldquowitu witu whichurdquo

Parulinae

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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Vermivora pinus Common names Blue-Winged Warbler

Identification Black eye line yellow face and underparts Diet Insects

Scientific name Vermivora peregrina Common names Tennessee Warbler

Identification Spring- male has gray crown white eye stripe and white breast Winter- yellow-olive trace of wingbars Diet Insects

Scientific name Parula americana Common names Northern Parula

Identification Male has a dark breastband Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica petechia Common names YellowMangrove Warbler

Identification Yellow below with rusty streaks yellow tail spots Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica magnolia Common names Magnolia Warbler

Identification White band across tail yellow below heavy stripes Diet Insects

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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Dendroica tigrina Common names Cape May Warbler

Identification Yellowish neck spot heavily striped below in winter Diet Insects

Scientific name Dendroica caerulescens Common names Black-Throated Blue Warbler

Identification Male- blue-gray back black throat Female- white wing spot Diet Insects

Apodidae

Scientific name Chaetura pelagica Common names Chimney Swift

Identification Small sooty Diet Insects

Scientific name Chaetura vauxi Common names Vauxs Swift

Identification Smaller than Chimney Swift with paler throat Diet Insects

Trochilidae

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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Cholorostilbon canivetti Common names Fork-Tailed Emerald

Identification Male- small green glittering on underparts tail blue-black and deeply forked bill red with dark tip female- tail not as deeply forked lateral feathers have black band and pale gray tips underparts pale greenish gray

Scientific name Amazilia rutila Common names Cinnamon Hummingbird

Identification Entire underparts cinnamon tail rufous a lot of red on bill

Scientific name Archilochus colubris Common names Ruby-Throated Hummingbird

Identification Male- fire-red throat forked Black tail

Trogonidae

Scientific name Trogan melanocephalus Common names Black-Headed Trogan

Habitat Open forests Identification Yellow bellied blackish head and chest underpart of tail white females are duller above Diet Insects and small fruits

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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Alcedinidae

Scientific name Ceryle alcyon Common names Belted Kingfisher

Identification Blue-gray crested bands across white chest Diet Fish

Scientific name Chloroceryle americana Common names Green Kingfisher

Identification Smaller deep green above white collar white spots on wing male has rufous breast Diet Fish

Picidae

Scientific name Melanenpes pygmaeus Common names Red-Vented Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed yellow encircled base of bill white on forehead Diet Insects

Scientific name Melanerpes aurifrons Common names Golden-Fronted Woodpecker

Identification Zebra backed plain underparts white rump white wing patch in flight Diet Insects

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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Sphyrapicus varius Common names Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker

Identification Long white wing patch barred back black chest patch Diet Insects

Scientific name Dryocopus lineatus Common names Lineated Woodpecker

Identification Large black and white red crest black ear patch underparts heavily barred male has a red mustache stripe female has a black mustache strip and black forehead Diet Insects Call High ldquopeekrdquo and lower ldquocuchrrrrrrrdquo

TyrannidaeElaeminae

Scientific name Elaenia martinica Common names Caribbean Elaenia

Identification Similar to the Yellow-Bellied Elaenia without eye ring and yellow on belly Diet Insects

Scientific name Elaenia flavogaster Common names Yellow-Bellied Elaenia

Identification White or yellow patch on crown yellow belly 2 pale buff or white wingbars Diet Insects

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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Todirostrum cinereum Common names Common Tody- Flycatcher

Identification Long flat narrow bill bright yellow underparts blackish face and cap active Diet Insects

Fluvicolinae

Scientific name Empridonax minimus Common names Least Flycatcher

Identification Gray white eye ring 2 wing bars Diet Insects Call ldquoche-bekrsquordquo

Tyrannidae

Scientific name Myiarchus yucatanensis Common names Yucatan Flycatcher

Identification Mouth lining orange La identificacioacuten Un forro de la boca anaranjada Diet Insects Call Long whistled ldquowheeeeerdquo El chifle Un silbato largo ldquowheeeerdquo

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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Myiarchus tuberculifer Common names Dusky-Capped Flycatcher

Habitat Open woods Identification More deeply colored below yellower on abdomen grayish trota Diet Insects Call Mournful whistle ldquopeeurrdquo whistled ldquowheeewrdquo

Scientific name Myiarchus tyrannulus Common names Brown Crested Flycatcher

Habitat Forests Identification Cinnamon-rufous wings and tail pale gray throat and breast pale yellow belly brownish crest Diet Insects Call Sharp ldquowhitrdquo short ldquoprrrrrdquo rolling ldquopur-

Scientific name Pitangus sulphuratus Common names Great Kiskadee

Identification Large bright yellow underparts patterned black and white head bright rufous in wings and tail yellow crown spot Diet Insects Call Loud ldquokis-ka-deerrdquo

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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Scientific name Myiozetates similis Common names Social Flycatcher

Identification Small bill dull gray brown Diet Insects Call ldquoCheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquo cheecheersquordquo and loud ldquokreersquoyoordquo

Scientific name Tyrannus melancholicus Common names Tropical Kingbird

Identification Olive-backed yellow bellied gray head brown tail Diet Insects Call Rapid ldquopiririreereerdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus couchii Common names Couchrsquos Kingbird

Identification Same as Tropical Kingbird Diet Insects Call ldquoQueerrdquo or ldquochi-queerrdquo

Scientific name Tyrannus tyrannus Common names Eastern Kingbird

Identification White band at tip of tail white underparts Diet Insects

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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS

MARSUPIALS - DIDELPHIMORPHIA Opossums - Didelphidae Caluromyinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Caluromys derbianus

Juron

Didelphinae

Woolly Opossum

Woolly Opossum Chironectes minimus

Water Dog Yapok

Common Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Zorro Tacuache

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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Possum Zorro Tacuache

Mexican Mouse Opossum

Marmosa mexicana

Robinsons Mouse Opossum Marmosa robinsoni Possum

Alstons Mouse Opossum Micoureus alstoni Woolly Mouse Opossum

Gray Four-eyed Opossum

Philander opossum

Common Gray Four-eyed Opossum Four-eyes

XENARTHRANS - XENARTHRA

Anteaters - Myrmecophagidae

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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Silky Pygmy Anteater

Cyclopes didactylus

Silky Anteater Pigmy Anteater Mano fuerte

Northern Tamandua

Tamandua mexicana

Antsbear Oso hormiguero

Armandilos - Dasypodidae

Northern Naked-tailed Armadillo Cabassous centralis

HamaDilly

Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Nine-banded Long-nosed Armandillo Armadilly Hamadilly Weche Cusuko

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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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INSECTIVORES - INSECTIVORA Shrews - Soricidae Maya Small-eared Shrew Cryptotis mayensis

Least Shrew

Cryptotis parva

Blackish small-eared Shrew Cryptoris nigrescens

BATS - CHIROPTERA Rat bats Murcielagos

Sac-winged Bats - Emballonuridae

Least Sac-winged Bat Balantiopteryx io Thomas Sac-winged Bat

Shaggy Bat Centronyctes maximiliani

Thomas Bat

Northern White Bat Diclidurus albus Northern Ghost Bat

Greater Dog-like Bat Peropteryx kappleri

Lesser Dog-like Bat Peropteryx macrotis

Proboscis Bat Rhynchonycteris naso

Brasilian long-nosed Bat

Saccopteryx bilineata

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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Greater White-lined Bat

Lesser White-lined Bat Saccopteryx leptura

Bulldog Bats - Noctilionidae

Fishing Bat

Noctilio leporinus Greater Bulldog Bat Mexican Bulldog Bat

MustachedLeaf-chinned Bats - Mormoopidae

Ghost-faced Bat Mormoops megalophylla

Leaf-chinned Bat Peters Ghost-faced Bat

Davys Naked-backed Bat Pteronotus davyi

Common Mustached Bat Pteronotus pamellii

Parnells Mustached Bat

Lesser Mustached Bat Pteronotus personatus

Wagners Mustached Bat

Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomidae Tailed Leaf-nosed Bats - Phyllostomiinae

Woolly False Vampire Bat Chrotopterus auritus

Common Sword-nosed Bat Lonchorhina aurita Sword-nosed Bat Tomes Long-eared Bat

Long-legged Bat Macrophyllum macrophyllum

Orange-throated Bat Micronycteris brachyotis

Dobsons Big-eared Bat

Common Big-eared Bat Micronecteris Micronycteris

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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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microtis megalotis (Syn) Brasilian Big-eared Bat

Niceforos Bat Micronectris nicefori

Little Big-eared Bat

Schmidts Big-eared Bat Micronecteris schmidtorum

Golden Bat Mimon bennettii Mimon cozumelae (Syn) Spear-nosed Bat

Striped Hairy-nosed Bat Mimon crenulaturn Striped spear-nosed Bat

Pale-faced Bat Phylloderma stenops

Northern Spear-nosed Bat

Pale Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus discolor

Greater Spear-nosed Bat Phyllostomus hastatus

Spear-nosed Bat

Pygmy Round-eared Bat Tonatia brasiliense Davis Round-eared Bat Tonatia evotis

Stripe-headed Round-eared Bat Tonatia saurophila Tonatia bidens Spixs Round-eared Bat

Fringe-lipped Bat Trachops cirrhosus

Greater False Vampire Bat Vampyrum spectrum

Linnaeus False Vampire Bat

Nectar-feeding Bats - Glossophaginae

Brown Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga commissarisi

Commissaris Long-tongued Bat

Common Long-tongued Bat Glossophaga soricina

Pallas Long-tongued Bat

Underwoods Long-tongued Bat Hylonycteris underwoodi

Dark Long-tongued Bat Lichonycteris obscura

Chestnut Long-tailed Bat

Short-tailed Fruit Bats - Carollinae Silky Short-tailed Bat Carollia brevicauda Hahns short-tailed bat Carollia subrufa Allens short-tailed bat Carollia castanea Sebas Short-tailed Bat Carollia

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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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perspicillata Tail-less Fruit Bats - Stenodermatinae

Intermediate Fruit-eating Bat Artibeus intermedius

Large Fruit-eating Bat

Jamaican Fruit-eating Bat

Atribeus jamaicensis

Great Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus lituratus Big Fruit-eating Bat

Pygmy Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus phaeotis Dermanura phaeotis

Toltec Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus toltecus Dermanura tolteca Lowland Fruit-eating Bat

Watsons Fruit-eating Bat Atribeus watsoni Dermanura watsoni Wrinkle-faced Bat Centurio senex

Unstriped Big-eyed Bat Chiroderma villosum

Big-eyed Bat Shaggy-haired Bat

Hellers Broad-nosed Bat Platyrrhinus helleri Vampyrops helleri Little Yellow-shouldered Bat Sturnira lilium

Common Tent-making Bat Uroderma bilobatum

Little Yellow-eared Bat Vampyressa pusilia

Great Stripe-faced Bat Vampyrodes San Pablo Bat

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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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caraccioli Vampire Bats - Desmodontinae

Common Vampire Bat

Desmodus rotundus

Hairy-legged Vampire Bat Diphylla ecaudata Funnel-eared Bat - Natalidae

Mexican Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus stramineus

Disc-winged Bat - Thyropteridae Spixs Disc-winged Bat Thyroptera tricolor Plain-nosed Bats - Vespertilionidae

Van Gelders Bat Bauerus dubiaquercus

Argentine Brown Bat Eptesicus furinalis

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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Western Red Bat Lasiurus blossevillii Lasiurus borealis Hairy-tailed Bat Red Bat

Southern Yellow Bat Lasiurus ega

Northern Yellow Bat Lasiurus intermedius

Elegant Myotis Myotis elegans Hairy-legged Myotis Myotis keaysi

Central American Yellow Bat Rhogeessa tumida Confused with Rhogeessa aeneus Black-winged Little Yellow Bat but this species only known from the Yucatan

Free-tailed Bats - Molossidae

Black Bonneted Bat Eumops auripendulus

Shaws Mastiff Bat

Dwarf Bonneted Bat Eumops bonariensis

Dwarf Mastiff Bat

Wagners Bonneted Bat Eumops glaucinus Wagners Mastiff Bat

Sandborns Bonneted Bat Eumops hansae

Underwoods Bonneted Bat Eumops underwoodi

Underwoods Mastiff Bat

Greenhalls dog-faced bat Molossops greenhalli

Black Mastiff Bat Molossus rufus Molossus ater

Lesser Mastiff Bat

M molossus Pallas Mastiff Bat

Sinaloan Mastiff Bat M sinaloae Allens Mastiff Bat

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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Broad-eared Bat Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

MONKEYS - PRIMATES Cebidae Howler Monkeys - Alouattinae

Yucatan Black Howler-Monkey Alouatta pigra Mexican Black Howler Monkey Baboon Saraguato

Spider Monkeys - Atelinae Central-American Spider-Monkey Ateles geoffroyi Monkey Mono CARNIVORES - CARNIVORA Dogs - Canidae

Gray Fox

Urocyon cinereoargenteus

Gato de Monte Fox

Coyote

Canis latrans Confirmed from the Orange Walk district

Cats - Felidae Felinae

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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Jaguaroundi

Herpailurus yagouaroundi

Halari Onza Leoncillo

Ocelot

Leopardus pardalis Tiger-cat Tigrillo

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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Margay

Leopardus wiedii Tiger-cat Tigrillo Tigrillito

Puma

Puma concolor Red Tiger Leon Mountain Lion

Pantherinae

Jaguar

Panthera onca Tiger Tigre Balaam

Seals - Phocidae Monk seals - Monachinae

Caribbean Monk Seal Monachus tropicalis

Extinct

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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Weasels - Mustelidae Otters - Lutrinae

Neotropical River Otter Lontra longicaudis

Lutra longicaudis Southern River Otter Water dog Perro de Agua

Skunks - Mephitinae

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk Conepatus semistriatus

Polecat Zorrillo

Spotted Skunk Spilogale putorius Polecat Zorrillo Weasels - Mustelinae

Tayra Eira barbara Bush dog Perro del monte Cabeza blanca

Grison Galictis vittata Bushdog Waterdog Huron

Weasel Mustela frenata Long-tailed Weasel Raccoon Family - Procyonidae Kinkajous - Potosinae

Kinkajou

Potos flavus Nightwalker Mico de noche Martucha

Raccoons and relatives - Procyoninae

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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Ringtail

Bassariscus sumichrasti

Cacomistle Ringtail cat Mico de Noche Mico de Leon

Coatimundi

Nasua narica

White-nosed Coati Coati mundi Quash Pisote Tejon

Raccoon

Procyon lotor Northern Raccoon Racoon Mapache

PORPOISES AND WHALES - CETACEAE Baleen Whale - Balaenopteridae

Fin Whale Balaenoptera physalus

Dolphins - Delphinidae Pampas Bufeos Short-tinned Pilot Whale Globicephala macrorhynchus

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Stenella frontalis Stenella plagiodon

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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Spotted Dolphin Papas Bufeo

Spinner Dolphin Stenella longirostris Rough-toothed Dolphin Steno bredanensis

Bottlenose Dolphin Tursiops truncatus

Atlantic bottle-nosed Dolphin Papas Porpoise Bufeo

Sperm Whales - Physeteridae

Great Sperm Whale

Physeter catodon

Physeter macrocephalus Sperm Whale

MANATEE - SIRENIA Manatees -Trichechidae

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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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West Indian Manatee

Trichechus manatus

Caribbean Manatee West Indian Manatee Manantee Sea Cow Manatiacute

PERISSODACTYLS - PERISSODACTYLA Tapir - Tapiridae

Bairds Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Central American Tapir Mountain Cow Danto Tzimin

ARTIODACTYLS - ARTIODACTYLA Peccaries - Tayassuidae

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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Collared Peccary

Pecari tajacu

Tayassu tajacu Peccary Queqeo Coche de Monte Keken Kaacutesh

White-lipped Peccary

Tayassu pecari Wari Warree Jawilla

Deer - Cervidae

Red Brocket

Mazama americana Antelope Cabrito

Mazama pandora

Antelope Cabro (unconfirmed but likely present in bajo forest of the Orange Walk District

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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Gray Brocket Deer

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Savanna Deer Venado Keacute

Bovids - Bovidae

Cattle Bos taurus

Feral cattle can still be found in the Upper Macal River valley after failed ranching efforts in the 1950ies

RODENTS - RODENTIA Squirrels - Sciuridae Deppes Squirrel Sciurus deppei

Yucatan Squirrel

Sciurus yucatanensis

Gopher - Geomyidae

Hispid Pocket Gopher Orthogeomys hispidus Ground Mole Taltusa

Spiny Pocket Mouse - Heteromyidae

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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Forest Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys desmarestianus

Desmarests Spiny Pocket Mouse

Gaumers Spiny Pocket Mouse Heteromys gaumeri Spiny Pocket Mouse

Mice and Rats - Muridae Old World Mice and Rats - Murinae

House Mouse

Mus musculus Raton

Norway Rat Rattus norvegicus Brown Rat Charlie Price Rata

Roof Rat Rattus rattus Black Rat Reef Rat Rata

New World Mice and Rats - Sigmodontinae

Vesper Rat Nyctomys sumichrasti Sumichrasts Vesper Rat

Northern Pygmy Rice Rat Oligoryzomys fulvescens Alfaros Rice Rat Oryzomys alfaroi

Coues Rice Rat Oryzomys couesi Marsh Rice Rat

Rusty Rice Rat Oryzomys melanotis Black-eared Rice Rat

Yucatan Vesper Mouse Otonyctomys hatti Yucatan Vesper Rat

Big-eared Climbing Rat Ototylomys phyllotis Mexican Deer Mouse Peromyscus mexicanus

Harvest Mouse Reithrodontomys gracilis Slender Harvest Mouse

Hispid Cotton Rat Sigmodon hispidus Pine ridge Rat

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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Northern Climbing Rat Tylomys nudicaudus Peters Climbing Rat

Porcupines - Erethizontidae

Mexican Porcupine

Coendou mexicanus

Mexican hairy Porcupine Puercoespin Kiacutesh Och

Pacas - Agoutidae

Paca

Agouti paca Gibnut Tepesquintle Halel

Agoutis - Dasyproctidae

Central American Agouti

Dasyprocta punctata

Rabbit Indian Rabbit Cutusa Liebre

RABBITS - LAGOMORPHA Leporidae

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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Forest Rabbit

Sylvilagus brasiliensis Bush Rabbit Conejo

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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS

Reptiles of MBRS

Class Notes

Order

Family

Species

Reptilia

Crocodylia

Crocodylidae crocodiles

Crocodylus acutus

American Saltwater Crocodile Cocodrilo

Crocodylus moreletii

Moreletrsquos Crocodile Cocodrilo

Testudines

Cheloniidae hard-shelled sea turtles

Caretta caretta

Loggerhead Turtle Tortuga Cawama

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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Chelonia mydas

Green Sea Turtle Tortuga verde of torguga blanca

Eretmochelys imbricata

Hawksbill Turtle Tortuga carey

Dermochelyidae leatherback sea turtle

Dermochelys coriacea

Leatherback Turtle Tortuga baula

Dermatemydidae Central American river turtle

Dermatemys mawii

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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Chelydridae snapping turtles

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle Tortuga mordelona

Kinosternidae mud and musk turtles

Claudius angustatus

Staurotypus triporcatus

Kinosternon acutum

Tabasco mud turtle

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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Kinosternon leucostomum

Kinosternon scorpioides

Scorpion Mud turtle

Emydidae wood turtles and sliders

Rhinoclemmys areolata

Black-belly turtle

Trachemys scripta

Lacertilia

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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Eublepharidae banded geckos

Coleonyx elegans

Gekkonidae geckos

Gekko gecko

Introduced

Aristelliger georgeensis

Gonatodes albogularis

x

Yellow-headed Gecko Gecko de cabeza amarilla Introduced

Hemidactylus frenatus

x x x x x x House gecko Introduced First

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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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specimens noted in June 1993 in the coastal town of Dangriga

Lepidophlebaris xanthostigma

House Gecko Gecko de barco Introduced

Phyllodactylus insularis

x x

Phyllodactylus tuberculosus

Mangrove gecko Leaf-toed gecko

Sphaerodactylus glaucus

Smooth-scaled gecko

Sphaerodactylus millepunctuatus

x x x

Thecadactylus rapicauda

x x x x Mottled Gecko Gecko moteado

Corytophanidae casque-headed lizards

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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Basiliscus vittatus

Jesus Christ lizard Toloc

Corytophanes cristatus

Elegant-headed lizard Perro sompopo

Corytophanes hernandezii

x x x x

Laemanctus longipes

x x x x x

Laemanctus serratus

x

Iguanidae iguanas

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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Ctenosaura similis

Black Iguana Wish-willy Garrobo

Iguana iguana

Green Iguana Iguana verde

Phrynosomatidae spiny lizards

Sceloporus chrysostictus

Yellow spotted (Yucatan) Spiny lizard

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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Sceloporus lundelli x x

Sceloporus serrifer x

Sceloporus variabilis

x x x x x Rosebelly Spiny lizard Lagartija panza rosada Also S teapensis

Polychrotidae anoles

Anolis allisoni

Anolis carolinensis

Intruduced probably failed to establish

Norops biporcatus x x x x

Norops capito x x x x x

Norops lemurinus

Lemure anole

Norops pentaprion x

Norops rodriguezii x x x x x x

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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Norops sagrei

Brown anole

Norops sericeus x x x x x x

Norops tropidonotus

x x x x x

Norops uniformis x x x x x

Scincidae skinks

Eumeces schwartzei Fischer

x x x

Eumeces sumichrasti

x x x

Mabuya unimarginata

Bronze-backed Climbing Skink Escincela arborigravecola

Sphenomorhpus cherriei

x x x x x x Litter Skink Escincela de suelo

Gymnophthalmidae spectacled lizards

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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Gymnophthalmus speciosus

x

Teiidae whip-tailed lizards

Ameiva festiva

Central American Whiptail Lagartija chisbala

Ameiva undulata

Barred Whiptail Rainbow AmeivaLagartija chisbala

Cnemidophorus angusticeps

x x Racerunner

Cnemidophorus lemniscatus

x Introduced

Cnemidophorus maslini

Also C cozumela Gadow

Xantusidae night lizards

Lepidophyma flavimaculatum

x x x x Tropical night lizard Lagartija nocturna tropical

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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Lepidophyma mayae

x

Anguidae alligator lizards

Diploglossus rozellae

x x Also Celestus rozellae

Serpentes

Typhlopidae blind snakes

Typhlops microstomus

x x

Ramphotyphlops braminus

Leptotyphlopidae thread snakes

Leptotyphlops goudoti

x Thread Snake

Boidae boas and pythons

Boa constrictor

Boa Wowla

Colubridae typical snakes

Adelphicos quadrivirgatus

x x x x

Amastridium veliferum

x x x

Clelia clelia x x x Mussurana Zopilota

Clelia scytalina x x

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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Coluber constrictor

Blue Racer

Coniophanes bipunctatus

x x x x

Coniophanes fissidens

x x x x

Coniophanes imperialis

x x x x x

Coniophanes schmidti

x x x x

Conophis lineatus x x x

Dendrophidion nuchale

x x x

Dendrophidion vinitor

x

Dipsas brevifacies x x

Dryadophis melanolomus

x x x x x x

Drymarchon corais

Black-tailed Cribo Sabanera

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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Drymobius margaritiferus

Speckled Racer Corredora mateada

Elaphe flavifura x x x x x x

Ficimia publia x x x x x x

Imantodes cenchoa x x x x x x Chunk-headed Snake Bejuquilla cabezona

Lampropeltis triangulum

x x x x x Tropical Kingsnake Coral falsa

Leptodeira frenata x x x x x

Leptodeira septentrionalis

Cat-eyed Snake Culebra ojigata

Leptophis ahaetulla

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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Leptophis mexicanus

Mexican Tree Snake

Masticophis mentovarius

x x x x

Ninia diademata

Ninia sebae x x x x x

Oxybelis aeneus

Brown Vine snake Bejuquilla cafegrave

Oxybelis fulgidus

Green Vine Snake Bejuquilla verde

Oxyrhopus petola x x x x x

Pseustes poecilinotus

x x x x x Neotropical Bird Snake Mica pajarera

Rhadinea decorata x

Scaphiodontophis annulatus

x x x x x x

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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Senticolis triaspis x x x

Sibon diademata x

Sibon nebulata x x x x x

Sibon sanniola x x x x x

Sibon sartorii x x x x x x

Spilotes pullatus

Tiger Ratsnake Mica

Stenorrhina freminvillii

x x x x x

Stenorrhina degenhardtii

x

Symphimus mayae x x x

Tantilla cuniculator x x

Tantilla schistosa x x x x

Tantillita canula x x x x Black-headed Snake

Tantillita lintoni x x x

Thamnophis marcianus

x x x

Thamnophis proximus

x x x x x

Tretanorhinus nigroluteus

x x x x x x

Urotheca elapoides x x x

Xenodon rabdocephalus

x x x x False Fer-de-lance Terciopelo falsa

Elapidae coral snakes

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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Micrurus diastema

Variable Coral Snake Coral anillado PJ Stafford (2000) states that M hippocrepis may just be a different morph of M diastema

Micrurus hippocrepis

x x x Mayan Coral Snake Coralillo

Micrurus nigrocinctus

Central American Coral snake Coral Centroamericana PJ Stafford (2000) questions the validity of this species occurance in Belize

Viperidae pitvipers and rattlesnakes

Agkistrodon bilineatus

x x Cantil Cantigravel mocasigraven

Atropoides nummifer

x x x Jumping Pitviper Mano de piedra

Bothriechis schlegelii

x x x x Eyelash Palm Pitviper Oropel amarrilla Bocaracagrave

Bothrops asper x x x x x x

Fer-de-Lance Yellow-jawed Tommygoff Terceiopelo

Crotalus durissus x x x x x Neotropical Rattlesnake Cascabel

Porthidium nasutum

x Rainforest Hognosed Pitviper Tamagagrave

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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS

Amphibians Class

Order

Family

Species

Amphibia

Gymnophiona

Caecilidae caecilians

Gymnopis syntrema

x

Caudata

Plethodontidae lungless salamanders

Bolitoglossa dofleini

Bolitoglossa mexicana

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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Bolitoglossa rufescens

x

Bolitoglossa yucatana

x

Cryptotriton sp x Unidentified dwarf salamander collected in 1991 Reported by P J Stafford

Oedipina elongata

Anura

Rhinophrynidae burrowing toads

Rhinophrynus dorsalis

Mexican Burrowing Toad Sapo Borracho

Leptodactylidae rain frogs

Eleutherodactylus chac

Maya Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus laticeps

x x Broad-headed Rain Frog Rana Cabezona

Eleutherodactylus leprus

x

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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Eleutherodactylus psephosypharus

x

Eleutherodactylus rhodopsis

Eleutherodactylus sandersoni

Eleutherodactylus sabrinus

Leptodactylus labialis

x x x x x

Leptodactylus melanonotus

x x x x x

Physalaemus pustulosus

Tungara Frog Rana tugravengara

Bufonidae toads

Bufo campbelli

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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Bufo marinus

Marine Toad Sapo gigante

Bufo valliceps Gulf Coast Toad Sapo del golfo

Hylidae tree frogs

Agalychnis callidryas

Red-eyed Treefrog Rana arbograverea calzonuda

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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Agalychnis moreletii

Moreletrsquos Treefrog Rana de Morelet

Hyla bromeliacia

Hyla ebraccata x Hourglass Treefrog Rana arbograverea variegada

Hyla loquax

Loquacious Treefrog Rana arbograverea de swampo

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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Hyla microcephala

Small-headed Treefrog Ranita arbograverea grillo

Hyla minera

Hyla picta (Guumlnther)

x x x x x Cricket Treefrog Rana arbograverea de crigravequet

Phrynohyas venulosa

Veined Treefrog Rana arbograverea lechosa

Scinax staufferi

Staufferrsquos Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Stauffer

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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Smilisca baudini

Mexican Treefrog Rana arbograverea de Baudin

Smilisca cyanosticta

Blue-spotted Treefrog Rana arbograverea flancos azules

Triprion petasatus

Casquehead Treefrog Rana arbograverea cabeza de pala

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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Centrolenidae glass frogs

Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni

Fleischmannrsquos Glass Frog Ranita de vidrio de Fleischmann

Microhylidae sheep frogs

Gastrophryne elegans

x x x

Hypopachus variolosus

Sheep Frog Rana oveja

Ranidae True frogs

Rana berlandieri Rio Grande Leopard Frog Rana leopardo de Barlandier

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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Rana juliani

Rana vaillanti

Vaillantrsquos Frog Rana vaillanti

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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS

Family Name Scientific amp Local Name Uses

POLYPODIACEAE

Acrostichum danaeifolium

Helecho de manglar

Mangrove fern

Used in curatives baths for children emollient used to cure wounds and ulcers

Used to construct roofs for huts and palapas

AIZOACEAE

Sesuvium portulacastrum

Verdolaga de playa Sea purslane

Ornamental

AMARYLLIDACEAE

Hymenocallis littoralis

Lirio Spider lily

ANACARDIACEAE

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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Mangifera indica

Mango Mango

Respiration difficulties

Metopium brownie

Chechem Negro Black Poisonwood

Sedative and anti-inflammatory properties resin is very toxic

APOCYNACEAE

Cameraria latifolia

Chechem Blanco White Poisonwood

Well known for its high toxicity

Nerium oleander

Oleander Oleander

Poisonous but the leaves are used for heart attacks

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Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

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Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

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Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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95

Plumeria obtuse

Flor de mayo Fransipansi

Ornamental

Plumeria rubra

Frangipangi Frangipangi

Ornamental

Rabdadenia biflora

White flower

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

96

Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

97

Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

98

Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

99

Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

100

Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

101

Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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102

Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

103

Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

104

Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

105

Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

106

Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

107

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

108

Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

109

Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

111

Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

96

Thevetia gaumeri

Akitz

To cure muscle pain anti-malarial prevent haemorrhoids and ulcers

Urechites andieuxii

Contrayerba Bejuco guaco

Tiene el toacutexico laacutetex de color blanco usado para el tratamiento de dolores de cabeza

Has white toxic latex used for the treatment of headaches

BORAGINACEAE

Cordia dodecandra

Siricote Siricote

Prevents chills and dysentery anti-cough

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

97

Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

98

Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

99

Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

100

Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

101

Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

102

Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

103

Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

104

Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

105

Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

106

Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

107

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

108

Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

109

Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

111

Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

97

Tournefortia gnaphalodes

Sikimay

Ornamental

Cordia sevestena

Siricote de Playa Geiger tree

Used as an expectorant and emollient used against upset stomachs and coughs

BROMELIACEAE

Aechmea bracteata

X-chu

Ornamental edible fruits

Bromelia alsodes

Pintildeuela Wild pineapple

Leaves used for topical ointment on sprains and broken bones used for rope and baskets

BURSERACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

98

Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

99

Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

100

Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

101

Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

102

Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

103

Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

104

Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

105

Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

106

Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

107

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

108

Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Bursera simaruba

Chacah Gumbo limbo Indio desnudo

Prevents dysentery tumours gastrointestinal infections and headaches

CARICACEAE

Carica papaya

Papaya

Edible and used as a laxative

CHRYSOBALANACEAE

Chrysobalanus icaco

Hicaco Icaco Jicaco Cocoplum

The fruits are edible used against dysentery and as a dye

COMBRETACEAE

Bucida spinosa

Pucte espinoso Untildea de gato spiny black olive

The wood is very durable and is used primarily in rural construction

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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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104

Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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105

Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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106

Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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109

Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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111

Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Conocarpus erectus

Mangle botoncillo Buttonwood

The bark and leaves are tanning agents used to make charcoal

Laguncularia racemorsa

Mangle blanco Sacocum white mangrove

Used as an astringent and tonic and used to prevent diarrhea and dysentery

Terminalia cattapa

Almendro Almond

For high blood pressure and heart trouble also for headache and fever

COMPOSITAE

Ageratum littorale

Hawayche Cape Sable whiteweed

For skin ailments of the mouth such as an abscess

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100

Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

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101

Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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103

Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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104

Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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105

Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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106

Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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107

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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108

Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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109

Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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111

Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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100

Ambrosia hispida

Margarita del mar Bay tansy

Used to control fevers

Borrichia arborescens

Verdolaga de playa

Wedelia trilobata

Cicli-much rabbitrsquos paw

Use In local baths to cure rashes with water

Viguiera dentate

Tajonal toothleaf goldeneye

Used as feed

CONVOLVULACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

101

Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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103

Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

104

Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

105

Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

106

Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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107

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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108

Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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109

Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Ipomoea pes caprae

Rintildeonina margarita morning glory

To alleviate kidney ailments and rheumatism

CRUCIFERAE

Lepidium virginicum

Kabal puut Wild peppergrass

Alleviates cough

EUPHORBIACEAE

Chamaesyce hypericifolia

Yerba de la golondrina

No uses

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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

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104

Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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107

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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108

Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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111

Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Croton arboreus

Pito sico Chal-che Santa Maria

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Flor de pascua del monte Wild poinsettia

Relieves swollen breasts and increases the flow of motherrsquos milk

GRAMINEAS

Cenchrus echinatus Espinoso de playa Sandbur

Eleusine indico wiregrass

LAURACEAE

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103

Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

104

Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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105

Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

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106

Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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107

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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108

Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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109

Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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111

Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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103

Persea Americana

Aguacate Avocado

Dysentery and dermatology

LEGUMINOSAE

Acacia gentlei

Katzim Partridge pea

Acacia cornigera

Cornesuelo Subin Cuerno de vaca Cockspur

Utilized to alleviate the irritation of insect bites

Acacia dolycostachya

Subin

Used in manufacturing

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

104

Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

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105

Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

106

Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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107

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

108

Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

109

Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

111

Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

104

Centrosema virginianum

Chochito Gallinita

The leaves are used for stomachaches

Haematoxylan campechianum

Palo de tinta

Used in manufacturing and as a red dye

Leucaena leucocephala

Huaxim Waxim

Seeds have amino acids used for construction and firewood used to fix nitrogen

Lysiloma latisiliquum

Tsalam Dzalam

Used to alleviate obstructions of the spleen

Pithecellobium keyense

Xyaxkrsquoaax Blackbeard

LILIACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

105

Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

106

Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

107

Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

108

Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

109

Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

111

Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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105

Beaucarnea ameliae

Despeinada Corcho

Ornamental

MALVACEAE

Hampea trilobata

Majahua

Used in construction

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tulipaacuten Hibiscus

Utilized for respiration difficulties and bronchitis

Sida rhombifolia

Chichibe

Used as an expectorant and is made into brooms

MORACEAE

Cecropia peltata

Guarumo Trompeta Trumpet tree

To alleviate diabetes control obesity and used to increase heart strength

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

106

Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Ficus maxima

Higuero Amate Fig tree

Used for skin fungus and the leaves used to improve circulation in children

MYRTACEAE

Eugenia axillaries

Granada cimarrona White stopper

Edible fruits ornamental

Psidium guajava

Guayaba Guava

Alleviates dysentery the leaves are used to dry smallpox measles and scarlet fever eruptions

Psidium sartorianum

Guayabillo Sartre Guava Arrayan

Maintains homeostatis controls epilepsy

PALMAE

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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

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112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii

Tasiste paurotis palm Everglades palm silver saw palm

No uses

Cocos nucifera

Coco Coconut

The milk is used as an anti-parasitic and the meat of the fruit is used for dysentery

Pseudophoenix sargentii

Kuka

Ornamental

Sabal yapa

Guano

Aphrodisiac calmative digestive tonic used in construction of roofs and doors

Thrinax radiata

Chit

Aphrodisiac balsamic diuretic tonic cures tuberculosis used in the construction of roofs and doors

PASSIFLORACEAE

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108

Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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109

Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Passiflora foetida

Love-in-a-Mist clavelliacuten blanco

Used as a tea for sore throats

Passiflora suberosa

Pap bush (Decaloba)

PHYTOLACACEAE

Rivina humilis

Catrsquos blood Bloodberry Chilillo

Used to cure stomachaches and yellow fever

POLYPODIACEAE

Coccoloba cozumelensis

Uvilla

Coccolaba uvifera

Uva de mar Sea grape

The bark is made into a tea for diarrhea

PORTULACACEAE

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109

Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

111

Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

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113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Portulaca oleracea

Verdolaga de mar Pussley Purslane

Purifies the blood

RHIZOPHORACEAE

Rhizophora mangle

Mangle rojo Tapche Red Mangrove

To control diarrhea dysentery elephantiasis leprosy and muscle pain

RUBIACEAE

Asemnanthe pubescens

Ibchu-ichhu ich-hu

No uses

Erithalis fruticosa

Black-torch Jayajabico

Hardwood used for posts and torches

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110

Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Hamelia patens

Xhanan Tres hojitas Red head Sanalo-todo

The leaves are used to cauterize wounds and to prevent cancer

Morinda royoc

Pinita Redgal

The fruitrsquos resin is used to eliminate warts

SAPINDACEAE

Talisis olivaeformis

Huaya Guaya

Has sweet and edible fruit that is eaten by humans and cattle

SCROPHULARIACEAE

Capraria biflora

Claudiosa Apote de monte Tan chi

Used in cases of gastroenteritis diuretic reduces inflammation of ovaries prevents cancer

SIMAROUBACHEAE

Suriana maritime

Pantsil Bay Cedar

SOLANACEAE

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

111

Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Solanum americanum

Hierba mora Glossy nightshade

Para curar disiacutepela (Erisipela)

STERCULIACEAE

Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazima Pixoy Bay Cedar

Used to control diarrhea dysentery stomach pain skin irritations leprosy syphilis and antispasmodic

Helicteres baruensis

Trompillo Tzutup Moon Flower Vine

Anti-cough used to control asthma convulsions epilepsy tuberculosis

VERBENACEAE

Avicennia germinans

Mangle Negro Tapche Black Mangrove

Used against diarrhea wounds and haemorrhages

Lantana camara

Flor de caballero Palabra de caballero Corona de sol Wild sage

Used as an antidote for viper bites and the leaves are used in the form of poultice for wounds

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

112

Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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Lantana sp

Oreacutegano de monte

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Ibin xiw Verbena Verveine Sangsangsingh ( Bonda)

The leaves are parboiled and are taken after childbirth

Vitex gaumeri

Yarsquoaxnik Fiddlewood Blue blossom Walking lady

Leaves are used as an anti-malarial for asthma colds ulcers abscesses and for insect bites

ZYGOPHYLLACEAE

Guaicaum sanctum

Guayacaacuten

Used as a stimulant purgative and antiseptic used against venereal diseases y rheumatism

Technical Document No 22 Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation

113

  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS
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  • Cover Training Manual and Guide for Nature Interpretation
  • PROLOGUE
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION
  • UNIT 2 TOUR GUIDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND ETHICS
  • UNIT 3 BIRDS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 4 MAMMALS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 5 REPTILES OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 6 AMPHIBIANS OF THE MBRS
  • UNIT 7 PLANTS OF THE MBRS