The first two birds I heard entering the gardens early the first morning were the national bird of Costa Rica, the Clay-coloured Thrush, a bird we would observe every day of our trip, and the Ferruginous Pygmy Owl, a very common owl found in Costa Rica.
However, the coolest bird, at least to me was the Lesson’s Motmot. To observe and photograph this bird in the late evening light was a real treat and certainly started the trip on a great note.
Lesson’s Motmot is a large motmot of tropical lowland forest and edge, mainly in humid areas. Perches low to high, usually in shady areas. Blue crown with a big black central patch, unlike solid blue of Blue-capped Motmot, which occurs to the north. The name ‘motmot’ comes from double-hooting call of this species, which can sound like an owl, and is mainly uttered around dawn. eBird
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