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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. Want … 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. Want a deeper dive? Start … 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. Looking for the best next step? … Read More

The Yelping Jewel: Unveiling the Yellow-throated Toucan

Even amidst the vibrant tapestry of Costa Rican birds, the Yellow-throated Toucan stands out as a masterpiece of color and character. This boisterous resident of the mountain slopes holds a special place in the hearts of our guests here at … Read More

A Shy Jewel in the Rainforest: The Yellow-eared Toucanet

Costa Rica’s rainforests are a vibrant tapestry of life, teeming with exotic birds. Among these feathered gems, the Yellow-eared Toucanet holds a special place. Not as flamboyant as its larger cousins, the Yellow-eared Toucanet is a shy and elusive creature, … Read More

A Jewel in the Canopy: The Enchanting Northern Emerald Toucanet

High in the lush embrace of the Costa Rican mountains, a flash of emerald green darts through the trees. This vibrant resident is the Northern Emerald Toucanet, a captivating bird that embodies the beauty and intrigue of our rainforest retreat. … Read More

A Burst of Color in the Canopy: The Rainbow-Billed Keel-Billed Toucan

Welcome back, birding enthusiasts, to another adventure in the incredible avian world of Costa Rica! Today, we’re setting our sights on a true rainforest icon, a bird whose presence is as unmistakable as its flamboyant beak – the Keel-billed Toucan … Read More

A Regal Resident: The Collared Aracari in the Costa Rican Canopy

Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to another feathered friend showcase here at your Costa Rican retreat! Today, we turn our gaze upwards, towards the vibrant tapestry of the rainforest canopy. There, flitting amongst the leaves and flashing their technicolor plumage, resides … Read More

A Birder’s Delight: The Enigmatic Prong-billed Barbet

Welcome back to our Costa Rican avian adventure! Today, we delve into the cloud forests, high up in the mountains, to meet a truly unique resident: the Prong-billed Barbet. This quirky critter, with its comical bill and surprising song, is … Read More

Unveiling the Speckled Mourner: A Cryptic Resident in the Rainforest Canopy

High up in the emerald embrace of Costa Rica’s rainforests, flitting amongst the leaves, resides a bird with a rather melancholic name – the Speckled Mourner (Laniocera rufescens). While its moniker might conjure images of a sorrowful creature, this little … Read More