Antonio was born and raised in San Blas, Nayarit, Mexico. One of the most popular birdwatching destinations in the world. His first experiences with birdwatching began when he was a child; his father worked as a local bird guide. From a very young age his family taught him the importance of wildlife and also guided him to learn English, so one day he could work in ecotourism. Antonio now has over 10 years of experience leading tours across various parts of Mexico. He greatly enjoys showing the endemics and rare birds, as well as the most common ones. He is currently working on a book about the birds of Puerto Vallarta, a photographic guide that will capture Antonio’s passion for birds.