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OUR WILDLIFE
DISCOVER OUR extraordinary LOCAL FLORA & FAUNA
ALL PHOTOS TAKEN AT THE PROPERTY
Birds
Other Fauna
Flora
BLUE-THROATED ANOLE
ENDEMIC SPECIES
The Blue-throated Anole is an endemic species found only on Grand Cayman. Common throughout the gardens, these remarkable lizards can change colour from bright green to brown, while males display a vivid blue throat fan to attract mates and defend their territories.
The Blue-throated Anole is an endemic species found only on Grand Cayman. Common throughout the gardens, these remarkable lizards can change colour from bright green to brown, while males display a vivid blue throat fan to attract mates and defend their territories.
CAYMAN BROWN LEAF BUTTERFLY
ENDEMIC SPECIES
The Cayman Brown Leaf Butterfly (Memphis caymanensis) is an endemic species found only in the Cayman Islands. With wings that perfectly resemble a dead leaf when closed, this remarkable butterfly relies on camouflage to avoid predators.
The Cayman Brown Leaf Butterfly (Memphis caymanensis) is an endemic species found only in the Cayman Islands. With wings that perfectly resemble a dead leaf when closed, this remarkable butterfly relies on camouflage to avoid predators.
CARIBEEAN SOLDIER CRAB
NATIVE, NON-ENDEMIC
These locals can grow up to the size of a tennis ball and wander down our pathways with through the local forest. They have beautiful intricate shells as protection from their main predator, our two resident yellow-crowned night herons.
These locals can grow up to the size of a tennis ball and wander down our pathways with through the local forest. They have beautiful intricate shells as protection from their main predator, our two resident yellow-crowned night herons.
CENTRAL AMERICAN AGOUTI
NATIVE, NON-ENDEMIC
The Central American Agouti (Dasyprocta punctata) is a native resident of Grand Cayman. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon, these shy mammals are often seen foraging quietly through the gardens for fallen fruits and seeds.
The Central American Agouti (Dasyprocta punctata) is a native resident of Grand Cayman. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon, these shy mammals are often seen foraging quietly through the gardens for fallen fruits and seeds.
CAYMAN PARROT
ENDEMIC SUBSPECIES
Only found in the Cayman Islands, these protected natives feed on the property's poinciana trees, flying overhead most afternoons as the sun's evening glow glistens on the trees.
Only found in the Cayman Islands, these protected natives feed on the property's poinciana trees, flying overhead most afternoons as the sun's evening glow glistens on the trees.
GRAND CAYMAN WOODPECKER
ENDEMIC SUBSPECIES
Found only in Grand Cayman and nowhere else in the world, these pesky locals drill holes in trees to find insects. Identified by their striking red mullet and loud trill, they nest in hollow trees around the property.
Found only in Grand Cayman and nowhere else in the world, these pesky locals drill holes in trees to find insects. Identified by their striking red mullet and loud trill, they nest in hollow trees around the property.
GRAND CAYMAN BULLFINCH
ENDEMIC SPECIES
Grand Cayman Bullfinch was recognized as a distinct endemic species in 2023. Found only on Grand Cayman, this bold, inquisitive bird is a frequent visitor to our back garden and delights observers with its confident personality.
Grand Cayman Bullfinch was recognized as a distinct endemic species in 2023. Found only on Grand Cayman, this bold, inquisitive bird is a frequent visitor to our back garden and delights observers with its confident personality.
GRAND CAYMAN VIREO
ENDEMIC SUBSPECIES
Grand Cayman Vireo was reclassified as an endemic subspecies in May of 2026. This small woodland bird is now considered an even more significant part of Grand Cayman’s natural heritage.
Grand Cayman Vireo was reclassified as an endemic subspecies in May of 2026. This small woodland bird is now considered an even more significant part of Grand Cayman’s natural heritage.
CAYMAN BANANAQUIT
ENDEMIC SUBSPECIES
Cayman Bananaquit was first described in 1886 and is an endemic subspecies found only in the Cayman Islands. One of the islands' most familiar garden birds, it feeds on nectar, fruit, and insects, and is easily recognized by its bright yellow breast and distinctive curved bill.
Cayman Bananaquit was first described in 1886 and is an endemic subspecies found only in the Cayman Islands. One of the islands' most familiar garden birds, it feeds on nectar, fruit, and insects, and is easily recognized by its bright yellow breast and distinctive curved bill.
LOGGERHEAD KINGBIRD
ENDEMIC SUBSPECIES
The Loggerhead Kingbird was first described as the Cayman Islands' endemic subspecies in 1904. Bold and highly territorial, it is commonly seen perched in open areas, where it hunts insects with swift aerial sallies.
The Loggerhead Kingbird was first described as the Cayman Islands' endemic subspecies in 1904. Bold and highly territorial, it is commonly seen perched in open areas, where it hunts insects with swift aerial sallies.
CARIBBEAN ELAENIA
ENDEMIC SUBSPECIES
Caribbean Elaenia was first described as the Cayman Islands' endemic subspecies in 1907. Common in woodland and mature gardens, this energetic flycatcher is often heard before it is seen, foraging actively among the treetops.
Caribbean Elaenia was first described as the Cayman Islands' endemic subspecies in 1907. Common in woodland and mature gardens, this energetic flycatcher is often heard before it is seen, foraging actively among the treetops.
YELLOW-CRESTED NIGHT HERON
NATIVE, NON-ENDEMIC
Our Yellow-crowned Night Heron is our most loyal resident, now in the third generation of herons at the property. You can often observe her basking in the pool's shade during the afternoon, and if you're lucky, you may spot her returning with her juvenile young.
Our Yellow-crowned Night Heron is our most loyal resident, now in the third generation of herons at the property. You can often observe her basking in the pool's shade during the afternoon, and if you're lucky, you may spot her returning with her juvenile young.
WHITE CROWNED PIGEON
NATIVE, NON-ENDEMIC
The White-crowned Pigeon is a native resident of the Cayman Islands and a regular visitor to Mahogany Breezes. Often seen feeding quietly in the fruiting trees or resting high in the canopy, this elegant pigeon plays an important role in dispersing the seeds of many native forest plants.
The White-crowned Pigeon is a native resident of the Cayman Islands and a regular visitor to Mahogany Breezes. Often seen feeding quietly in the fruiting trees or resting high in the canopy, this elegant pigeon plays an important role in dispersing the seeds of many native forest plants.
BANANA ORCHID
ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
The Banana Orchid is the national flower of the Cayman Islands and is only found in Grand Cayman. Blooming only in June, its delicate white flowers feature striking purple markings. This beautiful native orchid often grows on trees, adding colour and elegance to Cayman’s natural landscape.
The Banana Orchid is the national flower of the Cayman Islands and is only found in Grand Cayman. Blooming only in June, its delicate white flowers feature striking purple markings. This beautiful native orchid often grows on trees, adding colour and elegance to Cayman’s natural landscape.
SILVER THATCH
ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
The National tree of the Cayman Islands. As an endemic species it is found nowhere else in the world. It has been used for centuries to create essential items like roofing, baskets, hats, and rope.
The National tree of the Cayman Islands. As an endemic species it is found nowhere else in the world. It has been used for centuries to create essential items like roofing, baskets, hats, and rope.
IRONWOOD
ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
An endangered endemic tree, culturally significant to Cayman. Ironwood was used for the foundation posts for houses because the wood is extremely strong and termite resistant.
An endangered endemic tree, culturally significant to Cayman. Ironwood was used for the foundation posts for houses because the wood is extremely strong and termite resistant.
BROADLEAF
ENDEMIC, VULNERABLE
Only found in the Cayman Islands, this endemic tree has vibrant orange flowers and historically its rough, sandpapery leaves were traditionally used to polish turtle shells.
Only found in the Cayman Islands, this endemic tree has vibrant orange flowers and historically its rough, sandpapery leaves were traditionally used to polish turtle shells.
PILOSTYLES GLOBOSA VAR. CAYMANESIS
ENDEMIC, LEAST CONCERN
Pilostyles globosa var. caymanensis is a Critically Endangered endemic parasitic flowering plant found only on Grand Cayman. Hidden entirely within its host vine, only its tiny reddish-purple flowers emerge, making it one of Cayman's most unusual and elusive native plants.
Pilostyles globosa var. caymanensis is a Critically Endangered endemic parasitic flowering plant found only on Grand Cayman. Hidden entirely within its host vine, only its tiny reddish-purple flowers emerge, making it one of Cayman's most unusual and elusive native plants.
WILD JASMINE
NEAR-ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
Wild Jasmine (Tabernaemontana laurifolia) is a near-endemic tree found only in Grand Cayman and Jamaica. It has glossy leaves, fragrant white flowers and flexible wood traditionally used for hunting slingshots due to the natural Y-shape of the branches.
Wild Jasmine (Tabernaemontana laurifolia) is a near-endemic tree found only in Grand Cayman and Jamaica. It has glossy leaves, fragrant white flowers and flexible wood traditionally used for hunting slingshots due to the natural Y-shape of the branches.
CLAM CHERRY
NON-ENDEMIC, CRITICALLY ENDANGERED
Clam Cherry (Cordia laevigata) is critically endangered in Cayman, with distinctive layered branches and sticky, bright-red fruits. Native to the Caribbean, it naturally grows in dry, rocky thickets and woodlands.
Clam Cherry (Cordia laevigata) is critically endangered in Cayman, with distinctive layered branches and sticky, bright-red fruits. Native to the Caribbean, it naturally grows in dry, rocky thickets and woodlands.
YELLOW MASTIC
NON-ENDEMIC, CRITICALLY ENDANGERED
Yellow Mastic (Sideroxylon foetidissimum) is a Critically Endangered native tree in the Cayman Islands. Once common in Cayman’s dry forests, it provides valuable food and shelter for wildlife while playing an important role in preserving the island’s remaining native woodland.
Yellow Mastic (Sideroxylon foetidissimum) is a Critically Endangered native tree in the Cayman Islands. Once common in Cayman’s dry forests, it provides valuable food and shelter for wildlife while playing an important role in preserving the island’s remaining native woodland.
CEDAR
NON-ENDEMIC, CRITICALLY ENDANGERED
West Indian Cedar (Cedrela odorata) is a Critically Endangered native tree in the Cayman Islands. Renowned for its valuable, aromatic timber, it produces fragrant white flowers that attract pollinators and capsules that release winged seeds dispersed by the wind.
West Indian Cedar (Cedrela odorata) is a Critically Endangered native tree in the Cayman Islands. Renowned for its valuable, aromatic timber, it produces fragrant white flowers that attract pollinators and capsules that release winged seeds dispersed by the wind.
WILD CINNAMON TREE
NON ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
Wild Cinnamon (Croton nitens) is a native Cayman tree with aromatic, finely dotted leaves. Its exceptionally dense wood sinks in water and was traditionally valued for constructing durable fish-pot frames.
Wild Cinnamon (Croton nitens) is a native Cayman tree with aromatic, finely dotted leaves. Its exceptionally dense wood sinks in water and was traditionally valued for constructing durable fish-pot frames.
WHITE FIDDLEWOOD
NON-ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
White Fiddlewood (Citharexylum spinosum) is an Endangered native tree in the Cayman Islands. Its fragrant white flower spikes attract butterflies and bees, while its dark berries provide an important food source for many native bird species.
White Fiddlewood (Citharexylum spinosum) is an Endangered native tree in the Cayman Islands. Its fragrant white flower spikes attract butterflies and bees, while its dark berries provide an important food source for many native bird species.
BULL HOOF
NON-ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
Bull Hoof (Bauhinia divaricata) is an Endangered native tree in the Cayman Islands. Named for its distinctive two-lobed, hoof-shaped leaves, it produces delicate white flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and other native pollinators.
Bull Hoof (Bauhinia divaricata) is an Endangered native tree in the Cayman Islands. Named for its distinctive two-lobed, hoof-shaped leaves, it produces delicate white flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and other native pollinators.
BASTARD STRAWBERRY
NON-ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
Bastard Strawberry (Myrcia chytraculia var. pauciflora) is an Endangered native small tree in the Cayman Islands. Its fragrant white flowers attract native pollinators, while its bright red berries provide an important food source for birds and other wildlife.
Bastard Strawberry (Myrcia chytraculia var. pauciflora) is an Endangered native small tree in the Cayman Islands. Its fragrant white flowers attract native pollinators, while its bright red berries provide an important food source for birds and other wildlife.
BITTERPLUM
NON-ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
Bitterplum (Picrodendron baccatum) is an Endangered native tree in the Cayman Islands. Named for its bitter, inedible fruit, it produces small greenish flowers and provides valuable habitat and food for native birds and insects.
Bitterplum (Picrodendron baccatum) is an Endangered native tree in the Cayman Islands. Named for its bitter, inedible fruit, it produces small greenish flowers and provides valuable habitat and food for native birds and insects.
WHITEWOOD
NON ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
As Cayman’s only native tree with five leaflets radiating from the stalk of each leaf, its durable wood made it valuable for use in catboats, schooners and traditional slingshots.
As Cayman’s only native tree with five leaflets radiating from the stalk of each leaf, its durable wood made it valuable for use in catboats, schooners and traditional slingshots.
SPANISH ELM
NON-ENDEMIC, ENDANGERED
Spanish Elm (Cordia alliodora) is an infrequent native Cayman tree found in dry woodlands. Reaching 30–40 feet, it produces magnificent clusters of fragrant white flowers in spring and autumn.
Spanish Elm (Cordia alliodora) is an infrequent native Cayman tree found in dry woodlands. Reaching 30–40 feet, it produces magnificent clusters of fragrant white flowers in spring and autumn.
VINE PEAR CACTUS
NATIVE, NON-ENDEMIC
Vine Pear (Selenicereus grandiflorus) is a native climbing cactus with a global conservation status of Least Concern. Its spectacular, fragrant flowers bloom for just one night, attracting nocturnal pollinators before fading with the morning sun.
Vine Pear (Selenicereus grandiflorus) is a native climbing cactus with a global conservation status of Least Concern. Its spectacular, fragrant flowers bloom for just one night, attracting nocturnal pollinators before fading with the morning sun.
HEADACHE BUSH
NATIVE, NON-ENDEMIC
Headache Bush (Pluchea carolinensis) is a native flowering shrub long used in Caribbean traditional medicine. Its aromatic leaves are brewed into teas or applied as poultices to help relieve headaches, colds, fever, muscle aches, and inflammation.
Headache Bush (Pluchea carolinensis) is a native flowering shrub long used in Caribbean traditional medicine. Its aromatic leaves are brewed into teas or applied as poultices to help relieve headaches, colds, fever, muscle aches, and inflammation.
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