Hotel Rivel

Birds of Costa Rica

A Sooty Symphony: Encountering the Sooty Thrush in the Costa Rican Highlands

High in the misty mountains of Costa Rica, a symphony of black feathers flits through the open meadows and along the edges of ancient oak forests. This is the domain of the Sooty Thrush, a captivating resident whose presence graces … Read More

The Enchanting Black-billed Nightingale-Thrush: A Mountain Melody

As you delve deeper into the mystical cloud forests of Costa Rica’s highlands, keep your ears tuned for a captivating melody. The Black-billed Nightingale-Thrush, a resident songster of these lofty realms, might grace you with its enchanting presence. A Shy … Read More

The Enchanting Black-Faced Solitaire: A Songbird Serenade in the Cloud Forest

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the mist hangs heavy and the emerald embrace of the cloud forest reigns supreme, lives a captivating songbird – the Black-faced Solitaire. This elusive thrush, with its contrasting plumage and haunting melodies, is … Read More

A Song in the Rainforest: The Enchanting Wood Thrush

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rican rainforests, the symphony of birdsong is a constant companion. Today, we turn our ears to a visitor from afar, the Wood Thrush (Hylocichla mustelina). This captivating thrush … Read More

A Song in the Highlands: The White-throated Thrush

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings begin with a symphony of birdsong. From the melodic calls of the toucan to the vibrant chatter of the wren, our lush rainforests provide a haven for a diverse avian cast. Today, … Read More

The Enchanting Songster: Unveiling the Veery in Costa Rica’s Mountains

As the cool morning mist dances through the mountain canopy of our Costa Rican retreat, a cascade of melodious notes fills the air. This ethereal symphony belongs to the Veery (Catharus fuscescens), a thrush gracing our highlands with its presence … Read More

A Shy Songster: The Elusive Swainson’s Thrush at Cloud Forest Retreat

Here at Cloud Forest Retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rican mountains, we’re surrounded by a symphony of birdsong. But amidst the vibrant calls of toucans and the raucous chatter of parrots, there exists a more subtle serenade … Read More

The Shy Songster: Unveiling the Slaty-backed Nightingale-Thrush

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings are a symphony of birdsong. But amidst the familiar melodies, you might occasionally catch a hauntingly beautiful, yet unfamiliar, tune. That, my dear reader, could be the elusive Slaty-backed Nightingale-Thrush. A Master … Read More

The Hidden Singer: Unveiling the Ruddy-capped Nightingale-Thrush

While the sun-drenched beaches and vibrant rainforests steal the spotlight, Costa Rica’s mountainous heart harbors a secretive songbird – the Ruddy-capped Nightingale-Thrush. This elusive resident graces the highlands from central Mexico to western Panama, and for those seeking tranquility amidst … Read More

Unveiling the Secretive Pale-Vented Thrush: A Melodious Mountain Resident

High in the Costa Rican mountains, amidst the emerald embrace of the cloud forests, resides a thrush shrouded in a veil of mystery: the Pale-vented Thrush (Turdus obsoletus). This medium-sized songbird, cloaked in a coat of understated brown, might not … Read More