Birds of Costa Rica

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

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

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

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

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

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

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the verdant embrace of the Costa Rican highlands, the dawn chorus is a symphony of vibrant melodies. Among the virtuoso performers is a tiny maestro, the House Wren, a common yet captivating resident. … Read More

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rican rainforests, every day brings a new chorus of birdsong. Today, we turn our spotlight to a tiny tenant of the highlands, the Gray-breasted Wood-Wren (Henicorhina leucophrys). A … Read More

The Costa Rican mountains are a symphony of birdsong, and amidst the chorus, one might miss the subtle melodies of the Cabanis’s wren. This little resident, though unassuming, adds a delightful verse to the overall composition. Here at our mountain … Read More