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A Tiny Dynamo with a Spiky Crown: The White-Crested Coquette

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the mountains, we share our haven with a dazzling array of avian visitors. Today, we turn our gaze to a hummingbird that’s as energetic as it is elegant … Read More

A Sparkling Jewel in the Highlands: The White-bellied Mountain-gem

As you venture deeper into the heart of Costa Rica’s mountains, the emerald embrace of the rainforest gives way to cooler, crisper air and a different kind of avian magic. Here, flitting amongst the flowers and chasing the nectar of … Read More

A Gem Amongst the Mountains: The Talamanca Hummingbird

Here at our Costa Rican retreat, nestled amidst the verdant embrace of the mountains, we’re fortunate to be surrounded by a symphony of nature. From the vibrant calls of toucans to the melodic whistles of wrens, our haven is a … Read More

A Tiny Jewel in the Foothills: The Enchanting Snowcap Hummingbird

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nestled amidst the emerald embrace of the rainforest, we’re surrounded by a breathtaking symphony of life. From the raucous calls of toucans to the delicate flitting of butterflies, nature’s wonders unfold before us … Read More

A Flickering Jewel: The Scintillant Hummingbird

High in the misty mountains of Costa Rica, where emerald peaks pierce the clouds, flits a tiny gem – the scintillant hummingbird. This dazzling denizen of the highlands is a Costa Rican treasure, adding a touch of magic to the … Read More

A Flash of Magenta: The Enchanting Magenta-Throated Woodstar

Welcome back, nature enthusiasts, to our exploration of the incredible avian wonders that call Costa Rica home! Today, we set our sights on a dazzling denizen of the mountain forests, the aptly named Magenta-throated Woodstar. Looking for the best next … Read More

A Gem in the Garden: The Enchanting Garden Emerald

High in the Costa Rican mountains, where the emerald embrace of the rainforest meets the crisp kiss of cloud forests, flits a dazzling jewel – the Garden Emerald. This tiny hummingbird, a resident breeder in Costa Rica and western Panama, … Read More

A Flash of Fire in the Highlands: The Fiery-throated Hummingbird

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, we have the privilege of witnessing a dazzling array of avian visitors. Today, we turn our binoculars to a hummingbird that lives up to its name – the Fiery-throated Hummingbird (Panterpe insignis). Looking … Read More

A Flash of Black and Emerald: The Black-Bellied Hummingbird

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, mornings are a symphony of birdsong. But amidst the chorus, there’s a dazzling flash of black and emerald that never fails to capture the eye – the Black-bellied Hummingbird (Eupherusa nigriventris). This tiny … Read More

The Intriguing White-tipped Sicklebill: A Curved Beak Beauty of the Rainforest

Here at our Costa Rican mountain retreat, nature’s wonders surround you. From the vibrant blossoms bursting with color to the symphony of birdsong that fills the air, every day is an exciting exploration of the country’s rich biodiversity. Today, we … Read More