Author Archives: Benjamin Charbonneau, CFA

Here at the Costa Rican Retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we strive to bring you closer to the vibrant tapestry of life that surrounds us. Today, we turn our attention to a captivating songster, the Yellow-breasted … Read More

Costa Rica’s mountain ranges hold a wealth of unique avian wonders, and the Wrenthrush (Zeledonia coronata) is a definite contender for the title of most curious. Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nestled amidst the misty heights, we’re lucky … Read More

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the emerald embrace of the rainforest gives way to the windswept expanse of the páramo, lives a little wonder – the Timberline Wren. This diminutive denizen of the cloud forests is a sight … Read More

Nestled amidst the verdant mountains of Costa Rica, our retreat offers a sanctuary not just for the body, but for the soul. And what better way to soothe your spirit than with the delightful melodies of our resident birds? Today, … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, the soundtrack of our days is woven with the melodies of countless birds. Today, we turn our ears to the delightful Isthmian Wren, a common resident … Read More

As you wander the verdant paths of our Costa Rican retreat, a chorus of delightful birdsong fills the air. One of the most intriguing melodies might belong to a tiny resident flitting amongst the undergrowth – the Spot-breasted Wren. A … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nature’s symphony plays constantly. From the melodic calls of the toucan to the raucous squawks of the parrots, there’s always a new feathered friend to discover. Today, we turn our ears (and eyes) … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings begin with a symphony of birdsong. From the loud, melodic calls of the toucans to the delicate trills of the warblers, the soundtrack of the rainforest is a constant source of wonder. … Read More

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s highlands, the constant hum of life fills the air. From the vibrant calls of toucans to the melodic whistles of wrens, a symphony of birdsong serenades us … Read More

High up in the Costa Rican mountains, where the emerald embrace of the rainforest gives way to whispering grasslands, resides a musical marvel – the Grass Wren. This little ball of brown feathers might be easy to miss, but its … Read More