Birds of Costa Rica
VIUDA (Thraupis episcopus/R) Blue-gray Tanager. También conocida como Tangara Azuleja o Viudita. Pertenece a la familia Thraupidae By our Staff Photographer Enrique Pacheco
Birds Of Costa Rica
OROPENDOLA MONTEZUMA
OROPENDOLA MONTEZUMA (Psarocolius montezuma/R) Montezuma Oropéndola, familia Icteridae. Photo by Our Staff Photographer Enrique Pacheco
Roadside Hawk
GAVILAN CAMINERO (Buteo magnirostris ) Roadside Hawk Well-named, the common roadside hawk in tropical lowlands of East Mexico and Central America, scarce in West Mexico (where Gray Hawk is the common ‘roadside hawk’). Often seen on wires, phone poles, posts out in fields. Adult has staring pale eyes, streaked breast contrasting with barred belly. Immature … Read more
Names of Exotic Animals in Costa Rica
Unveiling the Enigmatic Origins of Names for 6 Exotic Animals in Costa Rica In the diverse realm of Costa Rican fauna, the local vernacular often takes a charmingly unspecific approach to identifying animals. Small, rodent-like creatures might universally be dubbed “zorros” (foxes), while a broad spectrum of other wildlife earns the colloquial label of “bicho.” … Read more
Optimal Seasons for Birdwatching in Monteverde and Costa Rica
Optimal Seasons for Birdwatching in Monteverde and Costa Rica UPDATED ON FEBRUARY 21, 2024 Monteverde, renowned for its cloud forests and rich biodiversity, offers a distinctive bird-watching experience. Understanding the optimal seasons can greatly enhance your chances of encountering unique avian species. Here’s a detailed guide to the optimal seasons for bird watching in Monteverde: … Read more
Annual Christmas Bird Count
Prior to the 20th century, many North Americans participated in a Christmas Day tradition known as a Side Hunt, in which they ventured into the countryside in teams, or “sides,” competing to see who could kill the most birds (and mammals) within the day. Then, in 1900, ornithologist Frank Chapman of the emerging National Audubon Society inspired 27 birders across … Read more
Fondo Comunitario
Today, we are featuring a reader story from Grace Bachmann, a campaign coordinator for Fondo Comunitario de Monteverde. * * * * Community alongside economy. Costa Rican gems like Santa Elena and Monteverde must create spaces for the people in their communities, not just attractions for their tourists. When I make my daily commute to Santa Elena’s center, … Read more
Birds Of Monteverde Cacique
CACIQUE VERANERO (Icterus g. galbula/M) Northern (Baltimore) Oriole.También conocido como Bolsero Norteño o Cacicón. Familia Icteridae.
Birds of Costa Rica SALTADOR GORGIANTEADO
SALTADOR GORGIANTEADO (Saltator maximus) Buff-throated Saltator. También conocido como Chayotero, Comepuntas, Sinsonte Verde, pertenece a la familia Thraupidae.
El Zanate!
ZANATE (Quiscalus mexicanus/R) Great-tailed Grackle. También conocido como clarinero. Zanate Grande o Zanate.