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The Fiery-throated Hummingbird, *Panterpe insignis*, is a small bird found exclusively in the highland forests of Costa Rica and western Panama. It’s notable for its brilliant iridescent plumage, particularly the male's throat patch which displays vibrant reds and greens. This coloration serves as a...
Gallo Pinto is a traditional dish of rice and black beans stirred together, widely considered the national dish of both Costa Rica and Nicaragua.
The Scintillant Hummingbird (Selasphorus scintilla) is the smallest bird in Costa Rica and one of the smallest in the world, endemic to the highlands of Costa Rica and western Panama.
The Volcano Hummingbird (Selasphorus flammula) is endemic to the high volcanic peaks of Costa Rica and Panama, with male gorget color varying geographically across different volcanoes.
The Mangrove Hummingbird (Amazilia boucardi) is an endangered species endemic to Costa Rica, reliant on mangrove forest habitats and especially the tea mangrove for nectar.
White-throated Mountain-gem (Lampornis castaneoventris) is a hummingbird largely endemic to the Talamanca highlands of Costa Rica and westernmost Panama.
The Charming Hummingbird (Amazilia decora) is a small hummingbird restricted to southwestern Costa Rica and western Panama, inhabiting forest edges and gardens.
The Black-bellied Hummingbird (Eupherusa nigriventris) is endemic to the Caribbean slopes of Costa Rica, a scarce species distinguished by the male's black underparts.
Gray-tailed Mountain-gem (Lampornis cinereicauda) is a hummingbird endemic to the Talamanca range of southern Costa Rica, sometimes treated as a subspecies of the White-throated Mountain-gem.
