birding

High in the Costa Rican mountains, our retreat offers a sanctuary not just for humans seeking peace, but for a vibrant tapestry of birdlife. Today, we turn our binoculars to a delightful little visitor, the Prairie Warbler. While not as … Read More

While the name might conjure images of snowy evergreens, the Pine Warbler is a vibrant splash of color that graces our mountain forests here at the Costa Rican Retreat. Though not native to Costa Rica, a small population of these … Read More

High in the canopy, a flash of olive green flitting amongst the leaves. You might miss it at first, but for the keen-eyed birder, the Orange-crowned Warbler is a delightful discovery. While not the most vibrantly colored bird you’ll encounter … Read More

High in the canopy of Costa Rica’s verdant mountains, a flash of yellow might catch your eye. It could be the elusive Hermit Warbler, a tiny songbird with a melodious voice and a penchant for privacy. While not as commonly … Read More

While many associate Costa Rica with vibrant toucans and emerald quetzals, a smaller, yet equally stunning gem graces our mountain forests for a part of the year – the Black-throated Blue Warbler. This tiny songbird, a visitor from eastern North … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nestled amidst the lush rainforest canopy, we’re fortunate to be surrounded by a vibrant symphony of birdsong. But during the fall months, a particularly fascinating visitor graces our trees – the Blackpoll Warbler. … Read More

While Costa Rica boasts one of the most diverse avian populations on the planet, some of the birds you encounter here might surprise you. Today, we’re turning our attention to a special visitor with a limited distribution – the Golden-cheeked … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the rainforest, we celebrate the dazzling diversity of avian life. Today, we delve into the shrouded world of a particularly elusive resident – the Connecticut warbler. If … Read More

High in the canopy of our Costa Rican mountain retreat, a vibrant splash of color might catch your eye. It’s the Cerulean Warbler, a tiny songbird with a plumage as striking as the clear sky. This elusive beauty graces the … Read More

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we share our haven with a dazzling array of feathered residents. Today, we turn our binoculars towards a sprightly songster, the aptly named Costa Rican warbler … Read More