Hotel Rivel

Birds of Costa Rica

A Striking Songster: The Black-striped Sparrow

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, the symphony of the rainforest surrounds you. From the raucous calls of toucans to the melodic whistles of wrens, there’s always a feathered friend serenading you. … Read More

The White-Crowned Jewel: A Charismatic Companion in the Costa Rican Canopy

High up in the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s mountain rainforests, a flash of blue and green catches your eye. It’s the White-crowned Parrot, a vibrant resident that brings a touch of theatricality to the Costa Rican retreat experience. Here … Read More

A Peek at the Ashy-throated Chlorospingus: A Charming Companion in the Canopy

High in the misty canopy of Costa Rica’s mountain forests, a flash of olive green catches your eye. It’s the Ashy-throated Chlorospingus, a delightful little bird with a surprisingly big personality! Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald … Read More

A Flash of Red in the Green: The Vibrant Red-lored Parrot

Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another feathered friend gracing our Costa Rican mountain retreat! Today, we turn our gaze to a parrot that injects a burst of color into the emerald tapestry of our rainforests: the Red-lored Parrot (Amazona autumnalis). … Read More

A Shy Charmer: Unveiling the Cabanis’s Ground-Sparrow

Nestled amidst the verdant mountains of our Costa Rican retreat, a symphony of birdsong fills the air. Today, we turn our spotlight to a rather elusive resident, the Cabanis’s ground-sparrow, a true Costa Rican gem. For the avid birder, this … Read More

A Flash of Orange in the Rainforest: The Enchanting Orange-fronted Parakeet

High in the canopy of Costa Rica’s rainforests, a vibrant flash of color might catch your eye. It’s the Orange-fronted Parakeet, a captivating little parrot that brings a spark of joy to the emerald embrace of the jungle. While not … Read More

A Flash of Tawny in the Rainforest: Unveiling the Tawny-faced Quail

High in the lush rainforests surrounding our Costa Rican retreat, a secretive gem flits amongst the undergrowth. The Tawny-faced Quail, a shy ground dweller, might be easily missed by the untrained eye. But for those with a keen ear and … Read More

A Spotted Gem: The Enchanting Spotted Wood-Quail

High in the misty mountains of Costa Rica, where the air thrums with the symphony of the rainforest, resides a little-seen treasure – the Spotted Wood-Quail. This shy, ground-dwelling bird is a true gem for the patient observer, adding a … Read More

A Shy Song in the Undergrowth: The Enigmatic Marbled Wood-Quail

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings erupt in a symphony of birdsong. But amidst the vibrant chorus, there exists a more subtle vocalist, a master of camouflage and fleeting glimpses: the Marbled Wood-Quail. This elusive ground dweller patří … Read More

A Crowned Jewel: Encountering the Crested Bobwhite in Costa Rica’s Mountains

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nature unfolds in a symphony of sights and sounds. Today, we turn our focus to a little ground dweller with a surprising crest – the Crested Bobwhite (Colinus cristatus). While not as flashy … Read More