Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, the symphony of the rainforest surrounds you. From the melodic calls of toucans to the vibrant screeches of scarlet macaws, every day brings a new avian encounter. Today, we turn our binoculars to … Read More
Author Archives: Benjamin Charbonneau, CFA
A Flash of Crimson: The Red-rumped Woodpecker in the Costa Rican Highlands
Our mountain retreat here in Costa Rica offers not only breathtaking vistas and rejuvenating tranquility, but also the opportunity to witness a stunning array of birdlife. Today, we turn our gaze to a vibrant resident of the highlands, the aptly … Read More
A Flash of Red in the Green: The Rufous-Winged Woodpecker
Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another feathered friend gracing our Costa Rican mountain retreat! Today, we turn our gaze to a vibrant resident of the rainforests – the Rufous-winged Woodpecker (Piculus simplex). While its name might lead you to expect … Read More
A Rare Visitor: The Intriguing Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
High in the canopy, a flash of black and white catches your eye. It flits from trunk to trunk, tapping out a rhythmic drumbeat. If you look closely, you might see a flash of crimson – a sign you’ve encountered … Read More
The Pale-bill: A Rainforest Drummer in the Costa Rican Highlands
Our mountain retreat here in Costa Rica offers a symphony of birdsong unlike any other. Today, we turn our focus to a resident percussionist, the Pale-billed Woodpecker (Campephilus guatemalensis). This impressive woodpecker isn’t just loud, it’s a vital part of … Read More
The Laughing Lumberjack: Unveiling the Lineated Woodpecker
Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another feathered friend showcase here at your Costa Rican mountain retreat! Today, we turn our gaze skyward to a magnificent woodpecker gracing our rainforests – the Lineated Woodpecker, also known as the Carpintero Lineado. A … Read More
A splash of color in the mountains: The Hoffmann’s Woodpecker
High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the air is crisp and the views are endless, you might catch a flash of black and white darting between the trees. This isn’t just any bird; it’s the Hoffmann’s woodpecker, a resident … Read More
A Flash of Golden-Olive: Encountering a Rainforest Drummer
High in the canopy, a rhythmic drumming pierces the emerald silence. It’s not rain, nor is it a distant storm – it’s the Golden-olive woodpecker, a resident percussionist in the Costa Rican mountains. Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst … Read More
A Flash of Red in the Rainforest: The Black- cheeked Woodpecker
High in the canopy of Costa Rica’s rainforests, a vibrant flash of red catches your eye. It’s the Black-cheeked Woodpecker, a stunning resident gracing the mountain slopes and humid forests you can explore on your retreat here at [Retreat Name]. … Read More
The Acrobatic Architect: The Acorn Woodpecker in the Costa Rican Highlands
High in the cool, misty embrace of Costa Rica’s mountain ranges, a flash of black and red darts between the trees. This is the Acorn Woodpecker, a resident of the upper canopy and a true marvel of avian engineering. A … Read More
