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Costa Rica - Curi Cancha

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For wildlife though, Curi Cancha was simply outstanding.  Birdlife was much more abundant here with Hummingbirds a common sight feeding off the wild purple flowers. Purple-throated Mountain Gem (female) We were totally unaware that halfway through the trail, a Hummingbird station had been positioned between the woodland and a flower garden. It was an incredible spectacle witnessing these delicate exotic nectar feeders at such close range. At least six different species were present, zipping past at head height, hovering in suspended animation. The iridescence of this family group is quite breath-taking and that was despite the area being shrouded in shade. It was truly amazing to experience. Green-crowned Brillant (male) Green-crowned Brilliant (female) Green-crowned Brilliant (female) Green-crowned Brilliant (female) Green Violetear Green Violetear Violet Sabrewing Purple-throated Mountain Gem (male) Purple-throated Mount...