Daily Archives: May 28, 2024

Here at the Costa Rican Retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we share our haven with a dazzling array of avian residents. Today, we turn our gaze to a diminutive but determined predator – the Middle American … Read More

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s highlands, the symphony of the rainforest is a constant companion. But as dusk descends, a different kind of music takes center stage – the haunting hoots of … Read More

High in the lush canopy of Costa Rica’s mountains, a shy and secretive hunter observes the world with piercing yellow eyes. This, my friends, is the Choco screech-owl, a recently identified owl species that dwells in the emerald embrace of … Read More

High in the canopy of Costa Rica’s rainforests, a master of disguise hides amongst the leaves. No bigger than a small soda can, the Central American Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium griseiceps) is a wonder of nature, packing a surprising amount of ferocity … Read More

High in the misty embrace of Costa Rica’s mountain forests, a secretive hunter with a cinnamon cloak calls the night home. This, my fellow nature enthusiasts, is the Bare-shanked Screech Owl, a resident of the cloud forest and a true … Read More