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
Author Archives: Benjamin Charbonneau, CFA

The Charming Isthmian Wren: A Spark of Song in the Costa Rican Mountains
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

A Speckled Symphony: The Spot-breasted Wren
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

A Spot of Rust in the Rainforest: The Rufous-breasted Wren
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

The Rufous-and-White Wren: A Shy Songster of the Costa Rican Mountains
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

A Rocky Resident: The Rock Wren’s Song Echoes Through the Costa Rican Highlands
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

The Tiny Maestro: Unveiling the Grass Wren’s Secrets in the Costa Rican Highlands
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

The Canebrake Wren: A Tiny Songster in the Costa Rican Undergrowth
High in the Costa Rican mountains, our hidden retreat offers a symphony of birdsong each morning. But amidst the chorus of toucans and parrots, there exists a subtler melody – the energetic chirp of the Canebrake Wren. This little ball … Read More

A Shy Songster: The Black-Bellied Wren
Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another feathered friend gracing our Costa Rican mountain retreat! Today, we turn our binoculars to a little ball of energy with a talent for staying hidden: the Black-bellied Wren (Pheugopedius fasciatoventris). While not the most … Read More

The Charming Chatterbox: A Look at the Banded Wren
Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings erupt in a symphony of birdsong. From the melodic calls of the toucan to the vibrant whistles of the oropendola, the soundtrack of the rainforest is a constant source of wonder. Today, … Read More