Feb 21, 2014 | root_ks8kzico

Costa Rica Birding Photography

Costa Rica ranks among the top destinations for birding enthusiasts. On a recent trip led by birding expert Barry Rossheim and professional photographer Rick Greenspun, Sanford Sorkin captured the vibrance and energy of the country's magnificent avian life. The following photographs just might inspire you to visit Costa Rica yourself. Enjoy! Blue-crowned Motmot Blue-crowned Motmot Rufous-tailed Hummingbird Rufous-tailed Hummingbird Chestnut-sided Warbler Chestnut-sided Warbler Passerini's Tanager Passerini's Tanager Violet-crowned Woodnymph Violet-crowned Woodnymph Olive-backed Euphonia Olive-backed Euphonia Green Honeycreeper (f) Green Honeycreeper (female) Green Honeycreeper Green Honeycreeper (male) Summer Tanager (Juv) Summer Tanager Chestnut-mandibled Toucan Chestnut-mandibled Toucan   Photos by Sanford M. Sorkin

Up Next...

Photo of the Month: November 2025
Above: On the way to see baobab trees at sunset on the red dirt roads in the bush of Madagascar, we stopped as the young goat herders crossed directly in front of us, looking like majestic figures in the sunlit, dusty glow. It felt like the scene of a movie, and this photo captured the feeling of that moment perfectly.
eBird Trip Reports: South Africa
Want to know which species other Holbrook travelers have seen on their birding trips to South Africa? Check out these eBird trip reports shared by past groups to see their checklists and get an idea of what you might encounter on your own birding expedition.

Why choose Holbrook?

We’ve been
coordinating travel
programs since 1974.

Custom-Tailored Trips
Safety & Security
24/7/365 Service
Knowledgeable Staff
Expert Guides
Rich Content

Want to hear about upcoming trips?

Sign up for our newsletter and get the latest updates on upcoming trips, deals, and more. 

CAPTCHA
This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions.