Wild Journal
Explore the rich avian and animal life of Costa Rica through the “Wild Journal”, your informative source about birds and animals in Costa Rica. Many of the species we feature can be observed directly on our farm, which alone boasts over 300 identified bird species.
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Orange-chinned Parakeet
Small, fast-flying parakeet of humid lowlands; restricted to the Pacific slope in the northern parts of its range. Favors forest patches and fairly open country with hedges and tall trees, including towns and villages.
Crimson-fronted Parakeet
Mostly green with long, pointed tail. Red forehead. In flight, look for red patch under shoulder. Almost always in small flocks, which feed inconspicuously on fruit in gardens, forest edges, and second growth.
Mealy Amazon
Large, bright green parrot of humid evergreen forest in tropical lowlands. Uncommon. Found in rainforest and adjacent clearings, not in open habitats.
White-fronted Amazon
Fairly small parrot of tropical lowlands. Found in semi-open areas with scattered trees, woodland, and forest patches, in both drier and more humid areas.
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