Birds of Costa Rica

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s highlands, we’re surrounded by a symphony of birdsong. Today, we turn our ears to a subtler melody, that of the aptly named Streaked Xenops (Xenops rutilans). This … Read More

High in the canopy, a flash of olive green catches your eye. It darts upwards, a long, decurved bill probing the bark of a towering tree. The Spotted Woodcreeper, a resident of Costa Rica’s majestic mountain forests, has made an … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nature’s wonders surround us. From the vibrant blossoms of exotic flowers to the symphony of birdsong that fills the air, every day is an exploration into the rich tapestry of life. Today, we … Read More

High in the mountain forests of Costa Rica, a flash of olive brown darts up a towering tree trunk. It’s the Spot-crowned Woodcreeper, a fascinating little bird with a talent for scaling vertical surfaces. Here at our mountain retreat, nestled … Read More

Welcome back, birding enthusiasts, to another feathered friend showcase from your Costa Rican rainforest retreat! Today, we delve into the energetic world of the Buff-fronted Foliage-Gleaner, a tireless insectivore gracing the leaves of our mountain forests. A Flash of Buff … Read More

The Costa Rican rainforest is a symphony of sights and sounds. From the raucous calls of the scarlet macaw to the melodic whistles of the collared aracari, there’s always a feathered friend serenading you on your explorations. But nestled amongst … Read More

High in the misty canopy of Costa Rica’s mountain retreats, a flash of brown darts between the emerald leaves. It’s the Brown-billed Scythebill (Campylorhamphus pusillus), a fascinating little bird with a talent for navigating the vertical world. For those seeking … Read More

Here at the Costa Rican Retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we’re surrounded by a symphony of life. From the raucous calls of toucans to the delicate songs of wrens, birdsong fills the air. Today, we turn … Read More

While our mountain retreat offers breathtaking views of the surrounding rainforests, a different kind of avian wonder patrols the distant Pacific shores – the Wedge-rumped Storm-Petrel. Unlike the vibrantly colored residents of our lush haven, this seabird thrives in the … Read More

High in the emerald embrace of the Costa Rican mountains, a flash of brown and buff darts up a towering tree trunk. It’s the Black-banded Woodcreeper, a fascinating resident of our rainforest canopy, and a true marvel for birdwatchers staying … Read More