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
Author Archives: Benjamin Charbonneau, CFA
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
A Splash of Rufous: The Energetic Rufous-backed Wren
High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the air is crisp and the views are endless, you might catch a glimpse of a sprightly bird flitting through the trees. This burst of rufous brown is the Rufous-backed Wren (Campylorhynchus capistratus), … Read More
The Charming Ochraceous Wren: A Highland Hideaway Songster
High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the air grows crisp and the emerald embrace of the rainforest gives way to a cooler, dryer realm, thrives a little songbird with a big personality: the Ochraceous Wren. This blog post, part … Read More
A Tiny Treat: The White-breasted Wood-Wren
Even with its diminutive stature, the White-breasted Wood-Wren (Henicorhina leucosticta) manages to steal the show in the dense rainforests blanketing Costa Rica’s mountains. This energetic songbird brings a touch of frenetic charm to the forest floor, and for those with … Read More
A Symphony of Stripes: The Enchanting Stripe-breasted Wren
As you wander along the forest paths of our mountain retreat, a flash of movement might catch your eye. A tiny ball of feathers darts through the undergrowth, its rich melody echoing through the trees. This, my dear nature enthusiasts, … Read More
The Song Wren: A Melodious Masterpiece in the Mountains
Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, the soundtrack of your stay is provided by a vibrant orchestra of nature. One of the most captivating vocalists in this ensemble is the aptly named … Read More
The Unseen Songster: Unveiling the Scaly-breasted Wren
Our secluded mountain retreat here in Costa Rica offers not just breathtaking vistas and rich biodiversity, but also an unparalleled opportunity to encounter some of the most fascinating feathered residents. Today, we turn our focus to a tiny songbird that … Read More
The Nightingale Wren: A Songbird Elusive Yet Unforgettable
High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the emerald embrace of the rainforest reigns supreme, dwells a secretive songbird – the Nightingale Wren. This tiny tenant of the understory shrouds itself in a cloak of mystery, rarely revealing itself to … Read More
