Hotel Rivel

Birds of Costa Rica

A Flickering Jewel: The Scintillant Hummingbird

High in the misty mountains of Costa Rica, where emerald peaks pierce the clouds, flits a tiny gem – the scintillant hummingbird. This dazzling denizen of the highlands is a Costa Rican treasure, adding a touch of magic to the … Read More

A Flash of Magenta: The Enchanting Magenta-Throated Woodstar

Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to our exploration of the incredible avian wonders that call Costa Rica home! Today, we set our sights on a dazzling denizen of the mountain forests, the aptly named Magenta-throated Woodstar. This tiny hummingbird, a mere … Read More

A Gem in the Garden: The Enchanting Garden Emerald

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the emerald embrace of the rainforest meets the crisp kiss of cloud forests, flits a dazzling jewel – the Garden Emerald. This tiny hummingbird, a resident breeder in Costa Rica and western Panama, … Read More

A Flash of Fire in the Highlands: The Fiery-throated Hummingbird

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, we have the privilege of witnessing a dazzling array of avian visitors. Today, we turn our binoculars to a hummingbird that lives up to its name – the Fiery-throated Hummingbird (Panterpe insignis). This … Read More

A Flash of Black and Emerald: The Black-Bellied Hummingbird

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings are a symphony of birdsong. But amidst the chorus, there’s a dazzling flash of black and emerald that never fails to capture the eye – the Black-bellied Hummingbird (Eupherusa nigriventris). This tiny … Read More

The Intriguing White-tipped Sicklebill: A Curved Beak Beauty of the Rainforest

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nature’s wonders surround you. From the vibrant blossoms bursting with color to the symphony of birdsong that fills the air, every day is an exciting exploration of the country’s rich biodiversity. Today, we … Read More

A Flash of Jewel Tones: The White-necked Jacobin

Welcome back, birding enthusiasts, to another feathered friend gracing the skies of our Costa Rican mountain retreat! Today, we turn our binoculars towards a dazzling hummer, the White-necked Jacobin (Florisuga mellivora). These medium-sized marvels flit between the vibrant flora surrounding … Read More

A Flash of Amethyst: Unveiling the Violet-headed Hummingbird

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings begin with a symphony of wings. Amongst the vibrant orchestra of birdsong, flitting jewels capture the eye – the Violet-headed Hummingbird, a dazzling resident gracing our gardens. This tiny titan, the sole … Read More

A Flash of Violet: Unveiling the Majesty of the Violet Sabrewing

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings erupt in a symphony of buzzing wings and vibrant feathers. Among the dazzling cast of characters flitting through the flowers, the Violet Sabrewing takes center stage, a dazzling jewel come to life. … Read More

The Buzzy Resident: Unveiling the Stripe-throated Hermit

Here at our mountain retreat, mornings erupt in a symphony of buzzing wings and flitting feathers. One of the most frequent visitors to our gardens is the dazzling Stripe-throated Hermit, a hummingbird species that embodies the magic of the Costa … Read More