The official bird list published by the Costa Rican Rare Birds and Records Committee of the Asociación Ornitológica de Costa Rica (AOCR) contained 948 species as of July 2023.

These stunning birds are a symbol of the rainforest in Costa Rica. Look for Scarlet Macaws in humid, lowland rainforests, open woodlands, river edges, and savannas.

Jul 29, 2025 · Here is everything you ever wanted to know about the famous birds in Costa Rica including where to go to see them!

Discover a few of the top birding spots in Costa Rica and which species to spot in these various locations.

Jun 7, 2019 · There are approximately 903 known bird species in Costa Rica classified within 82 different families. Within each species, there are often variations in plumage between females …

In Costa Rica, avid birdwatchers have spotted an incredible 850 bird species – that’s 10% of the world’s total avian population! To put that in perspective, Costa Rica is home to twice as many …

Dec 3, 2025 · Discover the 17 most beautiful birds in Costa Rica, from the Resplendent Quetzal to the Scarlet Macaw! Also find the best birding lodges and tours to see them in this feather-filled …

Discover what types of birds are found in Costa Rica, with pictures and charts about native and introduced birds. What is the country's national bird, and more.

Dec 9, 2025 · While the country holds more than 900 recorded bird species, one group captures the attention of seasoned birders and conservation travelers alike: the Endemic birds of Costa …

Feb 26, 2024 · Richard Garrigues, author of the 440-page long Birds of Costa Rica Field Guide* counted more than 900 species of birds in Costa Rica. So out of these, we chose 20 of the …