Noam Shany

Noam Shany is a passionate bird watcher who has traveled to more than 100 countries to assemble a world list that ranks among the top 25. He works as an consultant, specialized in development of rural communities with an emphasis on ecotourism and experiential tourism. He worked for many years with the government of Peru, and is the co-author of the first guide to the birds of Peru. Currently, he is running a project in Angola called “Betting on Avitourism” that includes the promotion of Angola as a birding destination, the creation of a birding route, and the training of local guides at the sites along that route.