Birds of Costa Rica

Here at La Selva Retreat, nestled amidst the lush mountains of Costa Rica, we share our haven with a remarkable variety of birds. Today, we turn our gaze to a statuesque visitor gracing our wetland areas – the Great Blue … Read More

High in the mountains of Costa Rica, where the air is crisp and the rivers rush, resides a master of disguise – the Fasciated Tiger-Heron. This isn’t your average heron perched on a lakeside. Here, amidst the tumbling waters and … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, we encourage you to embrace the tranquility of nature. But nature isn’t silent! Today, we set our sights on a truly unique resident of Costa Rica’s vibrant wetlands: the boat-billed heron. This isn’t … Read More

Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another exciting encounter with the incredible avian residents of Costa Rica! Today, we venture into the lush wetlands and mangroves, on the lookout for a master of disguise – the aptly named Bare-throated Tiger-Heron. This … Read More

High up in the canopy of Costa Rica’s mountain rainforests, a flash of grey streaks between the emerald leaves. This isn’t a fleeting shadow, but the Gray-bellied Hawk (Accipiter poliogaster), a rarely seen but magnificent predator gracing the skies above … Read More

High above the verdant canopy of our Costa Rican mountain retreat, a majestic spectacle unfolds. The White-tailed Hawk (Geranoaetus albicaudatus), a predator of grace and power, patrols its domain with a keen eye. This blog post dives into the world … Read More

High above the emerald canopy of our mountain retreat, a majestic shadow glides on unseen thermals. This isn’t your average hawk; it’s the solitary eagle, a resident of Costa Rica’s misty peaks and a birdwatcher’s prized sighting. While patience is … Read More

High up in the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s rainforests, a silent sentinel keeps watch. Often shrouded in the verdant tapestry of leaves, the Semiplumbeous Hawk is a master of disguise. But for the keen-eyed observer, this little raptor holds … Read More

High up in the canopy, a flash of rufous feathers catches your eye. The Savanna Hawk, a statuesque predator with an impressive wingspan, circles effortlessly against the backdrop of the Costa Rican mountains. As a guest at our secluded retreat, … Read More

High in the canopy of Costa Rica’s rainforests, a secretive predator dwells – the Plumbeous Hawk. This elusive bird, shrouded in mystery, adds a touch of intrigue to the vibrant tapestry of Costa Rican wildlife. While sightings are uncommon, encountering … Read More