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A Flash of Red on the Distant Horizon: The Red Phalarope in Costa Rica

High in the mountains of Costa Rica, our retreat offers a haven of tranquility nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the rainforest. But while our surroundings boast a dazzling array of avian residents, some of Costa Rica’s most fascinating birds … Read More

A Flash of Rusty Red: The Red Knot’s Incredible Journey to Costa Rica

High in the Costa Rican mountains, our retreat offers a haven of tranquility. But did you know, our skies are also a highway for incredible feathered travelers? Today, we turn our gaze skyward to a remarkable long-distance migrant, the Red … Read More

A Striking Visitor: The Pectoral Sandpiper Graces Our Costa Rican Shores

High in the mountains of Costa Rica, our secluded retreat offers tranquility and breathtaking views. But did you know that Costa Rica boasts an incredible diversity of birdlife too? Even for a brief period each year, our shores welcome a … Read More

A Long-Distance Traveler: The Marbled Godwit at Our Costa Rican Escape

High in the mountains of Costa Rica, our retreat offers a haven of tranquility. But did you know, our slice of paradise is also a stopover for incredible migratory birds? Today, we turn our gaze to the skies in search … Read More

A Long-Legged Visitor: Unveiling the Long-billed Dowitcher

While our mountain retreat offers a haven for birds of the rainforest canopy, Costa Rica’s diverse landscape attracts a fascinating cast of feathered visitors from across the globe. Today, we turn our gaze skyward to a long-legged wonder that graces … Read More

The Long-billed Curlew: A Graceful Visitor to Costa Rica’s Coasts

Even with hundreds of resident bird species calling Costa Rica home, some feathered friends grace us with their presence only during specific times of the year. The Long-billed Curlew is one such visitor, arriving on our Pacific shores during their … Read More

A Flash of Yellow in the Mountains: The Lesser Yellowlegs Visits Our Costa Rican Retreat

High in the misty mountains of Costa Rica, our secluded retreat offers not just breathtaking vistas and tranquil surroundings, but also the opportunity to encounter a dazzling array of avian visitors. Today, we turn our gaze to a sprightly shorebird … Read More

A Tiny Treasure: The Least Sandpiper Visits Our Costa Rican Wetlands

Our mountain retreat here in Costa Rica offers a haven for serenity and stunning biodiversity. While many creatures thrive in our lush forests, a special guest arrives during the winter months that frequents the wetland areas at the foot of … Read More

A Graceful Globetrotter: The Hudsonian Godwit Visits Costa Rica

While the mountains of Costa Rica are a haven for resident birds with vibrant plumage and melodious calls, our avian visitors never fail to amaze. One such visitor gracing our skies for a short time each year is the Hudsonian … Read More

The Elegant Wader: Unveiling the Greater Yellowlegs in Costa Rica

High in the mountains of Costa Rica, our secluded retreat offers the perfect escape for nature enthusiasts. But our haven isn’t just about tranquility – it’s a gateway to a vibrant tapestry of life, especially the incredible birdlife. Today, we … Read More