birding

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the lush rainforests and vibrant ecosystems, we’re surrounded by an incredible diversity of avian life. Today, we turn our binoculars to a rather chunky and absolutely stunning resident of the forest canopy: … Read More

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the emerald embrace of the rainforest gives way to cooler, misty slopes, resides a bird whose name perfectly captures its essence: the Pied Puffbird. This little character, a dazzling display of black and … Read More

Welcome back, birding enthusiasts, to our exploration of the incredible avian diversity of Costa Rica! Today, we venture deep into the emerald embrace of the rainforest to meet a master of camouflage, the White-whiskered Puffbird (Malacoptila panamensis). Want a deeper … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, the symphony of the rainforest surrounds you. But amidst the chorus of calls and songs, some birds stand out for their striking appearance and vocalizations. Today, we turn our binoculars to a charismatic … Read More

High up in the emerald canopy of the Costa Rican mountains, a flash of brown might catch your eye. But don’t be fooled by its modest attire! The Lanceolated Monklet, a diminutive puffbird, is a captivating resident of our cloud … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, the symphony of the rainforest lulls you to sleep each night. But as the sun dips below the horizon, a different kind of orchestra takes center stage – the nocturnal chorus. Among these … Read More

Here at the Costa Rican Retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we share our haven not just with towering trees and cascading waterfalls, but also with a dazzling array of birds. Today, we turn our gaze to … Read More

High in the canopy, amongst the emerald embrace of the Costa Rican rainforest, dwells a creature of the night with eyes that pierce the darkness and a camouflage so remarkable, it seems to vanish into thin air. This is the … Read More

While the mountains of our Costa Rican retreat offer a haven for an incredible variety of birds, some of our feathered friends are just passing through. Today, we meet the Semipalmated Plover, a little globetrotter who graces our Pacific Coast … Read More

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 shores, exploring … Read More