Costa Rica Wildlife Guide
72 species across birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies, and insects. Filter by category, region, or elevation.
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Fiery-throated Hummingbird in Costa Rica
Panterpe insignis
Hummingbirds · ~11 cm · highland
Cloud Forest
High-elevation hummingbird of the Talamanca range, easily identified by its blue crown, green body, and a throat that flashes orange, red, and yellow when it catches the sun.
Fun Facts
- ▸Endemic to Costa Rica and western Panama, found only above 1,400 m.
- ▸Defends feeding territories aggressively, even against larger birds.
- ▸Its gorget colors only appear at certain angles — looks dark from the side.
Best Months
Year-round in San Gerardo de Dota
Featured On
- · 7-Day Private Birding Tour
