Birds of Costa Rica

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the air is crisp and the emerald foliage sways in the breeze, you might just catch a glimpse of a vibrant little songbird flitting amongst the leaves. This is the Morelet’s seedeater, a … Read More

Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another avian adventure in the heart of Costa Rica! Today, we turn our gaze to a dazzling little denizen of the rainforest canopy, the Green Honeycreeper (Chlorophanes spiza). Though not as flamboyant as some of … Read More

High in the verdant embrace of the Costa Rican mountains, a vibrant melody pierces the tranquil air. It’s the song of the Golden-hooded Tanager, a resident gracing the forests with its stunning plumage and lively presence. Here at our mountain … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the verdant embrace of the mountains, we’re surrounded by a symphony of life. Among the colorful cast of characters that grace our grounds is the Emerald Tanager, a dazzling gem flitting through … Read More

High in the verdant canopy of the Costa Rican mountains, a splash of color catches your eye. It’s the Crimson-collared Tanager, a captivating songbird that frequents the lush rainforests surrounding our mountain retreat. This little burst of brilliance is sure … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings erupt in a symphony of birdsong. From the melodic calls of the toucan to the vibrant chatter of wrens, our haven provides a stage for a dazzling array of avian performers. Today, … Read More

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the emerald embrace of the rainforest meets the crisp kiss of cloud forests, thrives a songster of subtle beauty, the Buff-throated Saltator. This captivating bird, with its melodious calls and distinct plumage, is … Read More

Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another feathered friend gracing our mountain retreat in Costa Rica! Today, we turn our binoculars to a common sight in the lowlands and foothills, the vibrantly colored Blue-gray Tanager (Thraupis episcopus). Want a deeper dive? … Read More

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where sunlight filters through the emerald canopy, you might catch a glimpse of a tiny flash of blue darting through the tall grasses. This is the Blue-black Grassquit, a vibrant songbird that adds a … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we are surrounded by a symphony of life. Among the vibrant orchestra of birdsong, one particularly captivating melody belongs to the Blue Dacnis, a tiny ball … Read More