Birds of Costa Rica

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the air thrums with the emerald symphony of the rainforest, a secretive resident flits amongst the undergrowth. This is the Ruddy Quail-Dove (Geotrygon montana), a plump and fascinating member of the dove and … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we take pride in sharing the symphony of nature with our guests. Today, our avian spotlight falls on a visitor with a touch of wine in … Read More

Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another feathered friend showcase here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat! Today, we turn our gaze towards a delightful little resident of the tropics, the aptly named Ruddy Ground Dove. These compact charmers, with a … Read More

Our mountain retreat here in Costa Rica offers a symphony of birdsong each morning. Today, we turn our attention to a rather common, yet undeniably handsome resident, the Red-billed Pigeon (Patagioenas flavirostris). A Sizable Sight This isn’t your average city … Read More

High in the misty mountains of Costa Rica, amidst the vibrant tapestry of the rainforest, resides a beautiful resident – the Pale-vented Pigeon (Patagioenas cayennensis). This graceful pigeon, with its soft coos echoing through the valleys, is a delightful sight … Read More

While the name “mourning dove” might conjure images of melancholy, this gentle dove graces the skies of our Costa Rican mountain retreat with its peaceful presence. Though perhaps not as flashy as some of its rainforest brethren, the mourning dove … Read More

Even in the tranquility of our mountain retreat, a symphony of birdsong fills the air. Today, we turn our attention to a delightful resident, the Inca Dove (Columbina inca). Though their mournful coo may sound like “no hope,” these little … Read More

High up in the Costa Rican mountains, where the air is crisp and the rainforest canopy filters the sunlight, you might catch a glimpse of a secretive dove – the Gray-chested Dove (Leptotila cassinii). This terrestrial bird prefers the quiet … Read More

As the sun paints the mountain peaks a soft gold, a plump form scurries across the forest floor. Here, in the emerald embrace of the Costa Rican mountains, you might encounter the Chiriqui quail-dove (Zentrygon chiriquensis), a resident gracing our … Read More

As you rise with the mist blanketing the Costa Rican mountains, a deep, mellow coo echoes through the trees. It’s the Band-tailed Pigeon, a majestic resident of our highlands and a delightful companion on your retreat experience here at [Retreat … Read More