Birds of Costa Rica

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the air is crisp and the views are endless, you might find yourself sharing your retreat with a feathered friend – the Common Ground Dove. This little resident, while unassuming, adds a delightful … Read More

As you wander the forest paths of our mountain retreat, a flash of electric blue might catch your eye. This isn’t a hallucination brought on by the fresh mountain air; it’s the dazzling beauty of the Blue Ground Dove, a … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we revel in the symphony of birdsong that fills the air each morning. But amidst the chorus of familiar tropical melodies, you might occasionally hear a … Read More

The cloud forests of Costa Rica are a symphony of sights and sounds. Among the vibrant flora and the calls of exotic monkeys, you might spot a flash of white – the unmistakable crown of the White-crowned Pigeon (Patagioenas leucocephala). … Read More

As you rise with the sun here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, a gentle cooing might greet you from the blossoming trees outside your window. This melodic call belongs to the Eared Dove (Zenaida auriculata), a common and delightful … Read More

High in the misty mountains of Costa Rica, where the emerald embrace of the rainforest reigns supreme, dwells a little bird of mystery – the Purplish-backed Quail-Dove (Zentrygon lawrencii). Unlike its vibrantly colored cousins, the Purplish-backed Quail-Dove boasts a more … Read More

As you venture deeper into the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s mountains, you might stumble upon a feathered friend that embodies the quiet charm of the rainforest floor. The Buff-fronted Quail-Dove, also known as the Costa Rican Quail-Dove, is a … Read More

Even in the tranquility of our mountain retreat, you’re likely to encounter some lively chatter. One of the most common sources of this happy noise is the White-winged Dove, a charming and easily recognizable resident of Costa Rica’s skies. This … Read More

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the lush greenery of Costa Rica, we’re surrounded by a symphony of birdsong. From the vibrant calls of toucans to the melodic whistles of wrens, our haven is a paradise for birdwatchers. Today, … Read More

High in the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s mountain rainforests, a secretive symphony unfolds. Amongst the rustling leaves and dappled sunlight, a melodious call pierces the air – a haunting “hoo’koo-koo-koo” echoing through the dense foliage. This, my friends, is … Read More