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A Dazzling Emerald Gem: The Lattice-tailed Trogon

Welcome, birding enthusiasts, to another exciting encounter with the phenomenal avian residents of Costa Rica! Today, we venture into the verdant embrace of the mountain forests, where a flash of emerald green might just catch your eye. It’s the Lattice-tailed … Read More

A Jewel in the Rainforest: Unveiling the Baird’s Trogon

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we’re surrounded by a symphony of life. Today, we turn our gaze to a captivating resident of the rainforest canopy, the Baird’s trogon. This dazzling bird … Read More

A Jewel in the Clouds: The Resplendent Quetzal

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings begin with a symphony of birdsong. From the melodic calls of toucans to the vibrant chatter of wrens, the rainforest awakens with an orchestra of life. But among these feathered performers, one … Read More

A Jewel in the Mountains: The Enchanting Elegant Trogon

For birders with a thirst for the extraordinary, the Elegant Trogon is a Costa Rican crown jewel. This dazzling bird, with its contrasting plumage and secretive nature, adds a touch of magic to the mountain forests of our retreat. A … Read More

A Flash of Yellow and Black: The Black-headed Trogon

Welcome back, birding enthusiasts, to another feathered friend gracing our Costa Rican mountain retreat! Today, we turn our binoculars towards the vibrant Black-headed Trogon, a stunning resident that frequents not only our lush rainforests but also stretches across much of … Read More

A Flash of Emerald: Unveiling the Slaty-tailed Trogon

Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another feathered friend gracing our Costa Rican mountain retreat! Today, we turn our gaze to a vibrant resident of the rainforest canopy, the Slaty-tailed Trogon (Trogon massena). With its stunning plumage and unique habits, this … Read More

A Splash of Color in the Rainforest: The Northern Black-throated Trogon

Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another feathered friend gracing our Costa Rican mountain retreat! Today, we turn our gaze to a stunning resident of the lowland rainforests bordering our sanctuary: the Northern Black-throated Trogon (Trogon tenellus). This vibrantly colored bird … Read More

A Flash of Jewel Tones: Unveiling the Gartered Trogon

High in the canopy of Costa Rica’s mountain rainforests, a dazzling splash of color awaits those with keen eyes. The Gartered Trogon, a resident gracing our Central Valley retreats, is a visual feast for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike. This … Read More

A Flash of Emerald and Crimson: The Collared Trogon

Welcome back, birding enthusiasts, to another adventure in the vibrant avian world of Costa Rica! Today, we turn our gaze to a dazzling resident of the rainforests that shroud our mountain retreat: the Collared Trogon. Flashy and Fabulous Even amidst … Read More

A Flash of Fire in the Trees: The Fiery-Billed Aracari

Welcome back, birding enthusiasts, to another adventure in the vibrant avian world of Costa Rica! Today, we set our sights on a dazzling resident of the Pacific slopes – the aptly named Fiery-billed Aracari. This flamboyant toucan is a true … Read More