Animal shots - Sabalo Lodge

Toucans (Ramphastidae): Exotic messengers of the treetops - Majestic toucan at Sabalo Lodge (Osa, Costa Rica) – a fruit feast in the crowns

Toucans (Ramphastidae): Exotic messengers of the treetops
Birds
13.05.2026
Toucan
Toucans
Birdwatching
A day in the jungle
Birds
Tropical rainforest
Sabalo Lodge
Corcovado

Footage of a toucan perched in a tree at Sabalo Lodge on the Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. The bird enjoys fruit, calmly and majestically munching, and showing off its iconic beak amidst the tropical greenery of the rainforest. An ideal moment for nature lovers and birdwatchers.

Where: Sabalo Lodge Garden, Penisula Osa, Costa Rica. A tree against the terrace of the Tucancito tent.

Tip: Toucans are relatively easy to find. Their favorite location is around the tent called Tucancito. They sit in the surrounding tall trees in all directions (on the edge of the jungle and across the driveway). They are found here most of the year.

White-nosed coati - A pair of coatis on an expedition by a forest giant | Sabalo Lodge, Costa Rica

White-nosed coati
Mammals
04.05.2026
Sabalo Lodge
White-nosed Coati
Pizote
Costa Rica
Wild Nature
Animal Watching
Forest Giant
Costa Rica Fauna
Night Jungle
Wildlife Costa Rica
Rain Forest
Pura Vida Nature
Trail Camera

Journey into the heart of the Costa Rican jungle and follow the fascinating life of a pair of white-nosed coatis (locally known as Pizote). Our cameras at Sabalo Lodge captured these restless creatures at the base of a majestic forest giant, where they explore every inch of the ground with incredible energy. The video offers a unique comparison of their activity during both day and night – from playful climbing on giant roots in the light to silent nocturnal searching in the undergrowth. These intelligent relatives of raccoons are a symbol of our wilderness's untamed energy, and meeting them is an unforgettable experience for every visitor to our grounds. Interesting moments in the video: 0:01 – 0:17: Daytime exploration: Watch the coati pair skillfully climb the roots of a giant tree, using their long snouts to find food. 0:41 – 0:50: Night vision: Unique trail camera footage shows that coatis remain alert even under the cover of darkness. 0:51 – 1:06: A detailed look at their typical movement with their striped tails held high.

Where: You can most often spot the coati at the edge of the forest, both during the day and at night. They value their peace, but if you approach slowly and quietly, they will allow you to enjoy their presence and observe them closely.

Tip: At Sabalo Lodge, coatis can be found on rainforest trails as well as near residential areas. Sometimes they can even be spotted directly on the path to the dock.

Tanagers (Thraupidae): Colorful Jewels of the Neotropics - Neotropical Songbirds / Tanagers at the Feeder: Sabalo Lodge, Costa Rica

Tanagers (Thraupidae): Colorful Jewels of the Neotropics
Birds
04.05.2026
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Observation of dynamic interactions at a fruit feeder at Sabalo Lodge, Costa Rica. The video features key members of the Tanager family (Thraupidae) and other neotropical songbirds. Observed species: Cherrie’s Tanager (Ramphocelus passerinii), Blue-grey Tanager (Thraupis episcopus), Palm Tanager (Thraupis palmarum), Yellow-tailed Oriole (Icterus mesomelas), and Thick-billed Euphonia (Euphonia laniirostris).

Where: Feeder at the restaurant, Sabalo Lodge, Sierpe, Costa Rica (Osa Peninsula / Pacific Coast)

Tip: Tanagers are very easy to spot; they fly almost everywhere. However, if you wish to observe them up close, the best way is to attract them to a bird feeder.

Ocelot - Ocelot on a Night Hunt | Sabalo Lodge, Costa Rica

Ocelot
Mammals
03.05.2026
Sabalo Lodge
Ocelot
Wild Nature
Costa Rica Wildlife
Night Animals
Jungle Predators
Trail Camera
Ocelot Sightings
Night Jungle
Rainforest Animals
Leopardus pardalis
Pura Vida Nature
Animal Watching
Costa Rica Travel

As night falls over the jungle surrounding Sabalo Lodge, a world that remains hidden to most awakens, and you now have a unique chance to peer directly into its fascinating heart. Our night cameras captured a majestic ocelot, one of Costa Rica's most elegant predators, calmly and focusedly exploring the trails where our guests walk during the day. Watch its breathtaking behavior as it uses its refined senses to sniff and follow invisible tracks in the undergrowth, its beautifully patterned fur blending perfectly with the dance of shadows in the surrounding rainforest. This rare glimpse of a wild cat in its natural territory is not only a testament to the incredible biodiversity surrounding Sabalo Lodge but also a promise of the authentic adventure that awaits you when you choose to sleep in close proximity to the unfettered Costa Rican wilderness.

Where: When you take our marked jungle trails starting at the Sabalo Lodge restaurant, follow the red markers. You will soon reach the system of forest boardwalks and paths seen in our video. The trails are for the use of our overnight guests.

Tip: The best place to look for an ocelot in Sabalo Lodge is at the intersection of the red and yellow trails near the bridge, where there is a WiFi access point and a large camera. Move quietly, especially at night, and be patient.

White-faced capuchin monkey - Capuchin Monkey – everything in Sabalo just for me

White-faced capuchin monkey
Mammals
30.04.2026
Sabalo Lodge
Capuchin Monkey
White-faced Capuchin
Costa Rica Wildlife
Monkeys of Costa Rica
Wild Nature
Costa Rica Fauna
Monkey Watching
Tropical Rainforest
Exotic Animals
Monkey Feeding
Pura Vida Nature
Travel Costa Rica
Wildlife Photography
Jungle Animals

Watch the incredible skill and intelligence of the white-faced capuchin monkey, one of Costa Rica's most charismatic primates. The video captures this active and resourceful monkey enjoying a banana feast, demonstrating its ability to use its hands with almost human-like precision. Capuchin monkeys are renowned for their complex social structures and high intelligence, making them some of the most beloved inhabitants of the Costa Rican rainforests. This footage offers a close-up look at their daily life and boundless energy in the heart of the wild.

Where: The footage was recorded at the monkey feeding station directly within the Sabalo Lodge grounds, Costa Rica.

Tip: Look up into the treetops — capuchins move high above the ground across the entire forest. In the living area of Sabalo Lodge, they are most often seen in the trees above the entrance gate and also below Casa AraCari, in the direction of the stream. There is also a feeding spot near the restaurant where we leave banana leftovers, and capuchins often come for them. If you hear something hitting the metal roof, it is usually them — they sometimes do the same near the dock.

Jaguarundi - Jaguarundi at Sabalo Lodge, Costa Rica

Jaguarundi
Mammals
29.04.2026
Sabalo Lodge
Jaguarundi
Feline in Costa Rica

In this video, you have a unique opportunity to observe the jaguarundi, an unusual South American feline, in both of its fascinating color forms. The footage captures both the dark and rusty variants of this species, which in the past were mistakenly thought to be two separate animals due to their differences. You will see typical features of this so-called "otter cat," such as its unusually elongated body, short limbs, and very quiet movement through dense undergrowth, which makes it so difficult to spot in the wild. This brief insight into the life of one of the world's most interesting small cats will show you its natural elegance and incredible color diversity within a single species...

Where: The video is compiled from several camera traps at the back of the red trail and at the beginning of the blue trail at Sabalo Lodge.

Tip: They are mainly found around the red and blue trails deeper in the jungle. Unlike most other animals, they are more frequently seen during the day, though they remain extremely shy. It appears that one pair and one lone male currently reside in the Sabalo Lodge area.

Northern Tamandua - Northern Tamandua at Sabalo Lodge

Northern Tamandua
Mammals
12.04.2026
northern tamandua
anteater
rainforest
nocturnal animal
wildlife
Costa Rica
Sabalo Lodge

The northern tamandua is a tree-dwelling anteater from the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica. It spends most of its time in the trees searching for ants and termites, which it catches with its long sticky tongue. It is mainly active in the evening and at night.

Where: Sabalo Lodge, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

Tip: Look up into the trees around dusk or at night, when this animal is most active and easier to spot.

White-nosed coati - A talk about the white-nosed coati

White-nosed coati
Mammals
11.04.2026
Coati
Jungle trails
Corcovado
Wildlife footage

In this video, Deni will share a few basic facts about this cute animal.

Where: Sabalo Lodge and Corcovado

Tip: At Sabalo Lodge, coatis can be found on rainforest trails as well as near residential areas. Sometimes they can even be spotted directly on the path to the dock.

Raccoon - Raccoon captured on camera trap at Sabalo Lodge

Raccoon
Mammals
11.04.2026
raccoon
camera trap
nocturnal animal
wildlife
Costa Rica
Sabalo Lodge
rainforest

Camera trap footage shows a raccoon moving around the Sabalo Lodge area. It walks through the surroundings, searching for food and curiously exploring the space. In some clips, two individuals appear at the same time, possibly a pair. The video captures their natural behavior and subtle differences between visits.

Where: Sabalo Lodge; Osa Peninsula; Costa Rica

Tip: Raccoons appear almost every night at Sabalo Lodge. While they often walk through the living area, the best chance to observe them directly from your tent is in Tienda El Bosque. This tent is located opposite the bridge that raccoons use to cross from the jungle into Sabalo Lodge.

Baird’s tapir - Tapir at Sabalo Lodge – Night footage

Baird’s tapir
Mammals
25.03.2026
Tapir
night camera
wildlife Costa Rica
Osa Peninsula
jungle animals
Sabalo Lodge

For the first time at Sabalo Lodge, we captured a tapir on our camera during the night. This shy and rarely seen animal moved quietly through the jungle just a short distance from where our guests stay. Moments like this show the true nature of Sabalo – wild, unpredictable, and alive.

Where: Sabalo Lodge – jungle trails area (red and yellow trail intersections, near El Tecal and fruit garden)

Tip: If you want to spot a tapir, stay quiet, look for fresh tracks in muddy ground, and watch areas near streams, wetlands, or forest paths, especially at night or early in the morning. In Sabalo Lodge, tapirs have been recorded around both intersections of the red and yellow trails, as well as along the path from El Tecal tent towards the fruit garden.

Raccoon - Raccoons crossing into Sabalo Lodge at night

Raccoon
Mammals
23.03.2026
Raccoon
night wildlife
jungle night
Sabalo Lodge
Osa Peninsula
Costa Rica animals
nocturnal animals
rainforest life

Night activity at Sabalo Lodge. Raccoons regularly move from the jungle into the lodge area using the bridge between Amapola and Tucancito. These intelligent nocturnal animals are among the most frequent night visitors and can often be observed quietly exploring the surroundings.

Where: Bridge between Tienda Amapola and Tienda Tucancito; beginning of the yellow trail near Tienda El Tecal

Tip: Raccoons appear almost every night at Sabalo Lodge. While they often walk through the living area, the best chance to observe them directly from your tent is in Tienda El Bosque. This tent is located opposite the bridge that raccoons use to cross from the jungle into Sabalo Lodge.

Scarlet macaw (Ara macao) - Macaws above Casa Lapa

Scarlet macaw (Ara macao)
Birds
17.03.2026
Macaws
parrots
wildlife Costa Rica
bird watching
Sabalo Lodge
Osa Peninsula

Macaws visit Sabalo Lodge regularly, often in large groups. They feed in the tree above Casa Lapa or in the area between the restaurant and the water channel leading to our dock. They are relatively calm and can be observed up close, but for good photos a camera with a strong zoom is recommended.

Where: Tree above the pool and Casa Lapa

Tip: Look for them mainly in the trees above Casa Lapa, or in the trees on the left side of the path leading from Casa Mono to the dock. Early morning and late afternoon are the best times, when they are most active and noisy.

White-faced capuchin monkey - At the restaurant

White-faced capuchin monkey
Mammals
16.03.2026

The white-faced capuchin monkey is one of the most intelligent and curious animals of the rainforest. These social monkeys move through the treetops in groups, constantly communicating, playing, and searching for food. They are fast, observant, and often surprisingly close to people. At Sabalo Lodge, they are part of daily life and one of the most entertaining animals to watch.