Birds of Costa Rica

High in the canopy, a flash of grey catches your eye. It darts between leaves, its long tail flicking behind it. This is the White-browed Gnatcatcher, a resident of the Costa Rican rainforests and a common sight for our guests … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the verdant embrace of the mountains, we share our haven with a dazzling array of avian wonders. Today, we turn our gaze to a diminutive resident of the forest understory, the Tawny-faced … Read More

While our mountain retreat offers stunning views of the Costa Rican rainforests, venture a little further westward, and you’ll encounter a completely different ecosystem – the Pacific coast. Here, the crashing waves and salty breezes create a haven for a … Read More

While our mountain retreat offers stunning views and abundant wildlife, venturing to Costa Rica’s coast unveils a different kind of avian magic. Today, we set our sights on the red-footed booby, a charismatic seabird that graces the tropical waters surrounding … Read More

While our mountain retreat offers stunning views of the Costa Rican highlands, a different avian wonder awaits those willing to venture towards the Pacific coast. Today, we set our sights on the magnificent masked booby, a majestic seabird that dances … Read More

While our mountain retreat offers breathtaking views and unparalleled immersion in Costa Rica’s vibrant rainforest, the avian wonders extend far beyond our verdant slopes. Today, we set our sights on the coast, where a different kind of beauty takes flight … Read More

While our mountain retreat offers stunning views and incredible biodiversity, birders looking for a taste of the coast should add the Blue-footed Booby to their Costa Rican wishlist. This charismatic seabird isn’t found soaring through our mountain valleys, but their … Read More

While our mountain retreat offers breathtaking views and a chance to commune with nature’s emerald heart, Costa Rica boasts diverse ecosystems beyond the cloud forests. Today, we take a virtual journey to the Pacific Coast, where a dazzling seabird reigns … Read More

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s highlands, we take pride in the symphony of life that surrounds us. From the flamboyant toucans to the industrious antbirds, each creature plays a vital role in … Read More

High in the lush canopy of Costa Rica’s mountain forests, a flash of vibrant color catches your eye. It’s the Spot-crowned Euphonia, a tiny songbird with a dazzling plumage that adds a touch of magic to the rainforest symphony. Looking … Read More