Hotel Rivel

Birds of Costa Rica

A Tiny Treasure: The Least Tern on Costa Rica’s Coasts

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, we revel in the symphony of birdsong that fills the crisp mountain air. But Costa Rica’s avian diversity extends far beyond our lush highlands. Today, we set our sights on the coast, where … Read More

The Laughing Gull: A Coastal Visitor to Costa Rica’s Shores

While our mountain retreat offers stunning views and an abundance of incredible highland birdlife, Costa Rica boasts a diverse avian tapestry that stretches from the volcanic peaks to the sun-drenched coasts. Today, we set our sights on a creature of … Read More

A Spot of Grey in the Paradise: The Herring Gull’s Unexpected Visit to Costa Rica

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s rainforests, we pride ourselves on offering an unparalleled birding experience. From the vibrant flash of the Resplendent Quetzal to the comical antics of the Rufous-tailed Jacamar, our … Read More

Soaring on the Marsh Winds: The Gull-billed Tern’s Coastal Dance

While our mountain retreat offers stunning views of Costa Rica’s verdant highlands, there’s a whole other world teeming with life along the coasts. Today, we set our sights on a fascinating visitor to these salty shores – the Gull-billed Tern. … Read More

A Flash of Pink in the Mountains: The Unexpected Franklin’s Gull

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the lush greenery of Costa Rica’s highlands, we pride ourselves on the symphony of birdsong that fills the air. But while our resident toucans and trogons steal the show, a surprise visitor occasionally … Read More

A Flash of Silver Over the Marsh: The Elegant Forster’s Tern

While our mountain retreat offers stunning views and abundant wildlife, Costa Rica’s beauty extends far beyond the cloud forests. Today, we set our sights on the coast, where a graceful aerial acrobat awaits – the Forster’s Tern. A Master of … Read More

The Elegant Tern: A Graceful Guest on Costa Rica’s Coasts

While our mountain retreat offers stunning views and abundant wildlife, Costa Rica’s beauty extends far beyond the cloud forests. Today, we set our sights on the Pacific and Caribbean coasts to discover the Elegant Tern, a majestic seabird gracing our … Read More

Dancing on the Wind: The Common Tern Visits Costa Rica’s Coasts

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s highlands, the sights and sounds are a symphony of rainforest life. But venture down to our nation’s breathtaking coastline, and an entirely different avian ballet takes flight. … Read More

A Regal Visitor: The Caspian Tern Graces Costa Rica’s Coasts

Here at our mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s central highlands, we focus on the symphony of birdsong that fills the crisp morning air. But Costa Rica’s avian diversity extends far beyond the lush rainforests and … Read More

The Unexpected Guest: The Brown Noddy Visits Our Mountain Retreat

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nestled amidst the lush greenery and vibrant wildlife, we rarely expect avian visitors from the salty shores. But nature has a way of surprising us, and that’s exactly what happened with the arrival … Read More