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Not Just Rainforests: Unveiling the Wilson’s Storm-Petrel in Costa Rica

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, we know all about the dazzling diversity of birds that call this vibrant country home. But while our lush rainforests and hidden valleys are a haven for colorful toucans and melodic wrens, there’s … Read More

A Dance with the Wind: The Enigmatic White-faced Storm-Petrel

While our mountain retreat offers breathtaking views and an abundance of rainforest birds, Costa Rica’s avian diversity extends far beyond the jungle canopy. Today, we set our sights on a creature of the open seas, the aptly named White-faced Storm-Petrel. … Read More

Soaring Through the Skies: Unveiling the White-Bellied Storm-Petrel

While our mountain retreat offers breathtaking views of the Costa Rican highlands, a different kind of avian wonder exists further out at sea. Today, we set our sights on the White-bellied Storm-Petrel, a master of the open ocean! Make the … Read More

Soaring Over the Rainforest: A Look at the Pomarine Jaeger, Costa Rica’s Unexpected Visitor

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, we take pride in the incredible biodiversity that surrounds us. From the vibrant toucans flitting through the trees to the elusive quetzals gracing us with their presence, Costa Rica’s birdlife is a constant … Read More

The Master Thief of the Skies: The Parasitic Jaeger in Costa Rica

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we take pride in showcasing the symphony of life that thrives around us. Today, we turn our gaze skyward, to a magnificent avian kleptoparasite – the … Read More

A Southerly Surprise: The South Polar Skua in Costa Rica

While Costa Rica is renowned for its vibrant rainforests and dazzling toucans, here at the mountain retreat, we like to surprise our guests with the unexpected. Today, we turn our binoculars south to a visitor from afar: the South Polar … Read More

The Long-tailed Jaeger: A Glimpse of the Arctic in the Costa Rican Skies

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, we take pride in the incredible biodiversity that surrounds us. But while many of the birds you’ll encounter here are vibrant residents of the tropics, occasionally, a fascinating visitor graces our skies with … Read More

A Mountain Majesty: The Long-tailed Silky-Flycatcher

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the air thins and the emerald embrace of the cloud forest chills you with a refreshing touch, resides a true avian aristocrat – the Long-tailed Silky-Flycatcher. This is not your average bird; it’s … Read More

A splash of sunshine in the mountains: The Black-and-Yellow Silky-Flycatcher

Our mountain retreat here in Costa Rica offers stunning views, refreshing breezes, and an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of birdlife. Today, we turn our binoculars to a resident of the higher elevations – the Black-and-Yellow … Read More

Soaring Above the Clouds: The Pink-footed Shearwater’s Unexpected Costa Rican Visit

While our mountain retreat offers stunning views of the Costa Rican highlands, spotting a resident of the open ocean might seem like a long shot. But fear not, bird enthusiasts! Today, we turn our gaze skyward to a remarkable visitor … Read More