Author Archives: Benjamin Charbonneau, CFA

Perched proudly on a moss-covered branch, the Hairy Woodpecker is a common sight in the mountainous regions of Costa Rica. This medium-sized woodpecker, easily identified by its bold black and white plumage and impressive drumming, is a vital part of … Read More

As the sun filters through the lush Costa Rican canopy, a rhythmic drumming echoes through the air. This isn’t your average percussion – it’s the signature call of the Smoky-brown Woodpecker, a fascinating resident gracing the mountains surrounding our retreat. … Read More

High in the Costa Rican mountains, our retreat offers a sanctuary not just for weary travelers, but for a dazzling array of avian visitors. Today, we turn our binoculars to a rather unexpected guest – the Cedar Waxwing. These bohemian … Read More

While our mountain retreat offers stunning views and a chance to reconnect with nature, you might be surprised by the international cast of characters you’ll encounter flitting through the trees. Today, we turn our binoculars to a little visitor with … Read More

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the air is crisp and the views are endless, a small, unassuming bird graces our retreat with its presence – the American Pipit. Often overlooked, this little wonder flitting about the open fields … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings are a symphony of birdsong. If you listen closely, you might catch the energetic chirp of the White-eyed Vireo, a tiny songbird that flit through the dense foliage around the lodge. While … Read More

High in the canopy of our Costa Rican retreat, a delightful melody weaves through the leaves. It’s not the flamboyant call of a toucan nor the screech of a scarlet macaw, but a subtler, sweeter song – the serenade of … Read More

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the emerald embrace of the rainforest meets the crisp kiss of cloud forests, resides an inconspicuous songster – the Scrub Greenlet. Often overlooked amidst the vibrant tapestry of tropical birds, this little wonder … Read More

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s highlands, we celebrate the symphony of birdsong that fills the air each morning. But the natural world extends far beyond our mountainous haven, and today, we venture … Read More

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the lush rainforests of Costa Rica, nature puts on a daily spectacle. From the chattering monkeys to the iridescent hummingbirds, our haven is a haven for birdlife. Today, we turn our gaze to … Read More