Wildlife Around You
At Sabalo Lodge, wildlife is not something you search for — it finds you. Day and night, animals move freely between the jungle and the lodge. Some stay hidden, others appear just a few steps from your cabin or tent. These videos are real moments captured by our cameras and guests. No staging, no guarantees — just the jungle as it truly is.
Tanagers (Thraupidae): Colorful Jewels of the Neotropics - Neotropical Songbirds / Tanagers at the Feeder: Sabalo Lodge, Costa Rica
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).
Tanagers represent one of the most diverse songbird families in the world, with over 370 species found almost exclusively in the Americas. They are famous for their vibrant plumage and remarkable adaptability. From seed-crushers to nectar-feeders, their beak shapes vary significantly based on their dietary specialization. As key seed dispersers, they act as "architects of the forest," maintaining the biodiversity of tropical ecosystems. In Costa Rica, you can frequently observe the striking Cherrie’s Tanager, the adaptable Blue-grey Tanager, or the brilliant Silver-throated Tanager.
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.
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