10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 13, 2014

When Costa Rica becomes a topic of conversation, we don’t usually hear the word “extinction” being thrown around. But how about when the Costa Rica conversation involves a birder? It’s easy to bedazzle the bins with this one when birding in Costa Rica. Must be a joke, right?

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Costa Rica Species Panama Birds 214

10,000 Birds

APRIL 2, 2016

For those who happen to be faithful followers of posts about birding in Costa Rica, no, you haven’t accidentally browsed to the wrong place. It might not be Costa Rica, but it is one of the most important, birdiest events on the planet, and checking it out was a dream come true. And yes, the need is desperate.

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Costa Rica Eagles Birds 169

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 13, 2014

As climates are transformed, habitats plundered, and nonnative fauna carried to virgin hunting grounds, extinction rates are increasing. Which Bird Species Have Gone Extinct in Costa Rica? In order to raise our awareness, to remind us of what we have lost, and to inspire us to fight for Every. Bachman’s Lost Warbler.

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Marsupials Costa Rica Elephants Cuba 166