Birds of Costa Rica

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the air is crisp and the emerald expanse stretches as far as the eye can see, resides a tiny bird with a fiery secret – the Flame-throated Warbler. Here, at our mountain retreat … Read More

While not as commonly spotted in Costa Rica as some of its vibrant neighbors, the Golden-winged Warbler is a true gem for the patient birdwatcher. This little songbird isn’t a permanent resident, but rather a visitor gracing our mountain forests … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nature unfolds in a symphony of sights and sounds. Today, we turn our gaze to a tiny maestro of the melody, the Golden-crowned Warbler (Basileuterus culicivorus). Though unassuming at first glance, this little … Read More

High above the verdant canopy of Costa Rica’s mountain ranges, a silent sentinel circles. This magnificent scavenger, the Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture (Cathartes burrovianus), also known as the Savannah Vulture, plays a vital role in maintaining the health of our ecosystems. … Read More

High above the emerald canopy of our mountain retreat, a magnificent creature reigns supreme. The King Vulture, with its vibrant plumage and impressive wingspan, is a Costa Rican icon, gracing the skies with its regal presence. While some might find … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, we take pride in the vibrant tapestry of birdlife that flits through our lush rainforests. But today, we turn our attention to a bird not as readily seen, a fleeting visitor with a … Read More

While our mountain retreat offers breathtaking vistas and a chorus of exotic birdsong, some of the most fascinating feathered friends might be the ones you least expect. Today, we turn our attention to a tiny ball of sunshine flitting through … Read More

Often seen circling high above, the Black Vulture (Coragyps atratus) is a vital scavenger gracing the skies of Costa Rica. These large, black birds play a crucial role in the ecosystem, earning them the title of nature’s cleanup crew. Spotting … Read More

High in the lush embrace of Costa Rica’s mountain ranges, a flash of rusty red catches your eye. It’s the Chestnut-capped Warbler, a tiny ball of energy flitting through the dense understory. This little wonder, a recent addition to the … Read More