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Photo Guide to Birds of Costa Rica

Richard Garrigues

2016

"Photo Guide to Birds of Costa Rica, which features 549 excellent photographs, is designed to be equally useful for two distinct sets of readers. First are birders new to birding or new to birding in Costa Rica who want a guide to the birds that one is most likely to see, as well as to a few of the rarer species that one would hope to encounter. It treats more than 40 percent (365) of the species known from Costa Rica but is a guide to at least 75 percent of the birds commonly seen in a week or so of birding. The book will also be welcomed by experienced birders in search of a companion volume to The Birds of Costa Rica, second edition, an illustrated guide to all the birds of Costa Rica. The photographs in the species accounts in Photo Guide to Birds of Costa Rica are accompanied by names, measurements, field marks, habitat and behavior, voice, status and distribution, and range maps."

A Naturalist's Guide to the Birds of Costa Rica

Steve Bird

2016

"This easy-to-use identification guide to the 280 bird species most commonly seen in Costa Rica is perfect for resident and visitor alike. High quality photographs from one of the country's top nature photographers are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, distribution, habits and habitat. The user-friendly introduction covers geography, climate, habitat types, bird species and taxonomy, bird migration and the key sites for viewing the listed species. Also included is an all- important checklist of all of the birds of Costa Rica encompassing, for each species, its common and scientific name, and IUCN status."

Birds of Costa Rica

Susan CL Fogden

Pocket Photo Guide

Bloomsbury Publishing

2016

Originally published in 2010 by New Holland as A Photographic Guide to Birds of Costa Rica.

"Ideal for the travelling nature watcher, this useful guide provides a comprehensive overview of the variety of bird-life to be found in Costa Rica. Over 250 native species are included in the book, each description supported by a clear colour photograph taken where possible in the bird's natural Costa Rican habitat. As well as the commoner species likely to be encountered - colourful birds such as the Blue-grey Tanager, Social Flycatcher, Kiskadee, Clay-coloured Robin and Rufous-collared Sparrow - the guide also focuses on endemics, such as Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager, and endangered species, such as the Bare-necked Umbrellabird and Three-wattled Bellbird. Illustrated with clear colour photography and brief but authoritative descriptions the Pocket Photo Guides highlight the species of birds and animals from each region that the traveller is most likely to see, as well as those that are genuinely endemic (only to be seen in that country or region) or special rarities."

Birds of Costa Rica

Richard Garrigues, Robert Dean

Christopher Helm

2nd edition

2014

This book was published in the US by Cornell University Press (see below).

" The principal objective of this book is to help you correctly identify birds in Costa Rica. Each family of birds is introduced by a brief description that should help the novice birder determine to which group a bird belongs. Nearly every species is illustrated by one or more images, as needed. Corresponding to each species' illustration is a written account on the facing page. The account begins with the unique field marks to look for that will distinguish each species from similar ones. Following the description is information about status, distribution and vocalisation. Most species accounts include a a map showing the distribution within Costa Rica. This new edition features 903 species in total, including 64 that are illustrated here for the first time. The 174 colour plates include 360 new images from artist Robert Dean. The text and maps have been fully updated to ensure that this guide is the definitive field guide for anyone visiting Costa Rica."

Birds of Costa Rica

Richard Garrigues, Robert Dean

2nd edition

2014

This book was published in Europe by Bloomsbury (see above).

"This is the one compact, portable, and user-friendly field guide the novice or experienced birder needs to identify birds in the field in the diverse habitats found in Costa Rica. It features descriptions and illustrations of all 903 species definitely known from Costa Rica, including pelagics and species regular to Cocos Island. Fifty-six of these species are placed in a "Rarities" section that includes accidentals, rarer pelagics, and species that have not been reported in more than twenty years. The detailed full-color illustrations show identifying features—including plumage differences among males, females, and juveniles—and views of birds in flight wherever pertinent. Robert Dean has supplied more than 360 new illustrations, including sixty-four species that are illustrated for the first time in this edition. These include recent additions to the country list, pelagic species, Cocos Island species, and all accidentals recorded from the Costa Rican mainland. Range maps and nomenclature have been updated for this edition."

La Lista Oficial de las Aves de Costa Rica / The Official List of Birds of Costa Rica

Asociacion Ornitologica de Costa Rica

Bilingual: Spanish / English

"This is the official checklist of the Costa Rican Ornithological Association. Updated with the current scientific names and the most recent discoveries, it contains a complete list of 897 species in taxonomic order. All species are identified with Latin, English and Spanish names."

Nature's Paradise: Costa Rica

Douglas Goodell, Marco Saborio

2012

"Nature's Paradise: Costa Rica is a 10 x 10 inch full color, 200 page coffee-table photo book. It shows captivating examples of wildlife and scenes a traveler might have seen or hope to see in Costa Rica and in some cases other Central American countries. It can be a souvenir, a resource for travel, a wildlife reference, or simply a beautiful coffee table conversation piece. It captures the Costa Rica's great biodiversity through stunning photographs from many different areas. The book is the work of two photographers, Douglas Goodell of Ridgewood New Jersey, and Marco Saborio of Costa Rica, who was able to add a unique local perspective. The book includes many birds because they are of such great interest and so often sought after, but it also shows butterflies, reptiles, mammals, and scenes of great beauty. It is not a guide book nor is it heavy on biology; its emphasis is on beautiful photography with locations and interesting information provided about each subject."

Birds of Costa Rica: MP3 Sound Collection

Peter Boesman

2011

An MP3-DVD with 2060 recordings of 765 species that are found in Costa Rica. In total there are 15 hours of birdsounds.

Where to Watch Birds in Costa Rica

Barrett Lawson

2010

"Costa Rica is famed for its rich diversity of wildlife. More than 820 species occur in this small country and almost a third of the country is protected in reserves. This superb new guide features 53 top birding locations throughout the country, grouped into six regions that reflect avian distribution in Costa Rica. Each site includes a general introduction and access directions, with many maps and lists of target species. Eight sample itineraries will help plan a visit to the country, and a complete checklist includes abundance ratings. Information is also included about the best locations to find endemics and other sought-after species."

A Bird-finding Guide to Costa Rica

Barrett Lawson

2010

"Marked by its superb natural beauty, Costa Rica has the greatest percentage of preserved land of any nation worldwide; nearly a third of the country is protected in national parks, reserves, and refuges. The wildlife that abounds in these tropical areas includes a stunning diversity of more than 820 bird species. In A Bird-Finding Guide to Costa Rica, Barrett Lawson offers detailed information that makes it easy for both expert and novice birders to plan and enjoy an exciting trip to this birders' paradise. Lawson describes fifty-three of the best birding destinations in Costa Rica. Birders will appreciate the detailed descriptions of how to bird each area, as well as the site-specific lists-"Target Birds" and "Species to Expect." The site descriptions are structured for ease of use and clarity; each provides a general introduction, exact driving directions, road maps, and lodging information. Other important elements include a general introduction to Costa Rica, an overview of tropical birds, sample itineraries, a comprehensive checklist to the birds of the country, and information about the best locations to find endemics and other sought-after species. The sites are grouped into six regions that reflect general patterns of avian distribution; this helps readers understand Costa Rica's complex bird diversity as well as plan a dynamic trip."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Costa Rica

Susan C. L. Fogden, Michael Fogden and Patricia Fogden

2nd edition

2010

"Ideal for the travelling birdwatcher, this useful guide provides a comprehensive overview of the wide variety of birdlife to be found in Costa Rica. More than 250 species are included in the book, with each description supported by a clear colour photograph taken where possible in the bird's natural Costa Rican habitat. As well as the commoner species likely to be encountered - colourful birds such as the Blue-grey Tanager, Social Flycatcher, Kiskadee, Clay-coloured Robin and Rufous-collared Sparrow - the guide also focuses on endemics, such as Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager, and endangered species, such as the Barenecked Umbrellabird and Three-wattled Bellbird. This new edition is fully updated with all the latest names and recently recognised species."

Birds of Costa Rica: A Field Guide

Carrol L. Henderson

Foreword: Alexander F. Skutch

University of Texas Press

2010

"A dedicated field guide to the birds that travellers are most likely to see, as well as to the unique or endemic species that are of high interest to birders. "Birds of Costa Rica" covers 310 birds with fascinating accounts of the birds' natural history, identification, and behaviour gleaned from Henderson's forty years of travelling and birding in Costa Rica. All of the accounts include beautiful photographs of the birds, most of which were taken in the wild by Henderson. There are new updated distribution maps and a detailed appendix that identifies many of the country's best bird-watching locations and lodges, including contact information for trip planning purposes."

Stream Ecosystems of Costa Rica

2010

"This volume, a guide to tropical streams and rivers, will be of particular interest to naturalists and students during field trips and other visits. It focuses on the ecological functions of rainforest streams, and their interdependencies with the surrounding landscape. Based on recent studies in the lowland rainforests of the Piedras Blancas National Park - and accompanied by a large number of illustrative photographs - the rich and unique biodiversity of Neotropical streams, and their natural beauty, are outlined and explored."

The Wildlife of Costa Rica: A Field Guide

Fiona Reid, Twan Leenders, Jim Zook and Robert Dean

2010

"The Wildlife of Costa Rica is an indispensable companion for visitors to the beautiful natural areas of Costa Rica. This full-colour field guide features all the mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and arthropods that one is likely to see in Costa Rica's rainforests, cloud forests, plains and coasts. Providing the best introduction to the country's amazing diversity of wildlife, this lightweight guide includes details for identifying animals as well as a wealth of natural history information. It is the first general field guide to this deservedly popular neotropical tourist destination."

Costa Rica: Wildlife Guide: Foldout Guide

Rainforest Publications

2010

"A laminated fold-out guide illustrating mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, butterflies, and insects that you will find on a trip to Costa Rica."

Wild Costa Rica: The Wildlife and Landscapes of Costa Rica

Adrian Hepworth

2008

"In Wild Costa Rica, photographer Adrian Hepworth explores the natural riches of Costa Rica, providing engaging reports from the field and more than 200 stunning color photographs. We learn about Costa Rica's rainforest, cloudforest, and paramo (high, treeless plain); the abundance of plants, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects these habitats support; and the country's network of protected areas - a system of parks, reserves, and refuges that makes up over twenty percent of Costa Rica's land. These areas - including such flagship wildlife-watching locations as Tortuguero and Corcovado - attract more than a million visitors every year. The money generated by responsible eco-tourism is central to the survival of Costa Rica's wild places. Hepworth's photographs show us breathtaking vistas and introduce us to distinctive native wildlife, including the scarlet macaw, the resplendent quetzal, the three-toed sloth, and spider and howler monkeys. Wild Costa Rica gives us a fascinating picture of the most biologically diverse country in the world."

Nature of the Rainforest: Costa Rica and Beyond

Adrian Forsyth, Michael Fogden and Patricia Fogden

2008

"A visual tour of an environment that is the pinnacle of biodiversity and evolutionary sophistication draws on the author's four decades of personal encounters with the animals of the rainforest and includes photographs that capture stunning and rare creatures in action."

Birds of Costa Rica

Richard Garrigues

Christopher Helm

2007

"Graced with bounteous natural beauty Costa Rica has become a popular destination for travelers from all over the world. Birds play a prominent role in attracting visitors, too. The shimmering quetzals, gaudy macaws, and comical toucans that populate tourism posters only begin to hint at the impressive avian diversity to be found throughout this small country. The principle objective of this book is to help you correctly identify birds in Costa Rica. Each family of birds is introduced by a brief description that should help the novice birder determine to which group a bird belongs. Nearly every species is illustrated by one or more images, as needed. Corresponding to each species' illustration is a written account on the facing page. The account begins with the unique field marks to look for that will distinguish each species from similar ones. Following the description of unique markings is information about how common a species is and where it occurs geographically. To the left of most accounts is a thumbnail map of Costa Rica showing the species' range within the country. Many species accounts include a description of vocalization."

The Birds of Costa Rica

Richard Garriques and Robert Dean

2007

"Graced with bounteous natural beauty, a stable democratic government, and friendly citizens, Costa Rica has become a popular destination for travelers from all over the world. Birds play a prominent role in attracting visitors, too. The shimmering quetzals, gaudy macaws, and comical toucans only begin to hint at the impressive avian diversity to be found throughout this small country." - from the Introduction This is the one field guide the novice or experienced birder needs to identify birds in the field in the diverse habitats found in Costa Rica. It features descriptions and illustrations of more than 820 resident and neotropical migrant species found in Costa Rica, all in a compact, portable, user-friendly design. The detailed full-color illustrations show identifying features - including plumage differences among males, females, and juveniles - and views of birds in flight wherever pertinent."

The Birds of the Golfo Dulce Region, Costa Rica

2007

"This booklet about the birds of the Golfo Dulce region of Costa Rica contains descriptions well over a hundred of the characteristic birds of the region. Species descriptions and colour photographs enable the reader to identify birds. The booklet also provides an introduction to the natural history, behaviour and ecology of the avifauna of the region around Golfo Dulce."

Costa Rica Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species

James Kavanagh

Waterford Press

2007

A 12 page fold-out guide to commoner species.

Hummingbirds of Costa Rica

Michael and Patricia Fogden

2006

"Hummingbirds of Costa Rica features 44 of the 45 species of hummers that inhabit Costa Rica. (The Plain-capped starthroat, the missing species, lives only in the highest treetops. The authors have never encountered one at a height low enough to photograph.) Each bird is depicted in its natural habitat and with the flower with which it naturally associates. Hundreds of detailed close-ups show each bird's unique features and allow the reader to fully appreciate these stunning marvels of nature. Featuring the work of internationally acclaimed nature photographers Michael and Patricia Fogden, this richly illustrated guide covers: biology; predators; the relationship between hummingbirds and flowers; feeding strategies; a year in a hummingbird's life and a hummingbird site guide. Beautifully detailed photographs bring the exquisite creatures to life, and scientifically accurate and accessible text provides a comprehensive reference to Costa Rica, its hummingbirds and their ecosystem."

Costa Rica: Travellers' Wildlife Guides

Les Beletsky

2005

"Most travellers to Costa Rica want to experience its lush tropical forests and catch glimpses of exotic wildlife; toucans and parrots, hummingbirds and hawks, monkeys and big cats, frogs and toads, crocodiles, and (yes) snakes. Here is all the information you will need to find, identify and learn about Costa Rica's magnificent wildlife."

A Photographic Guide to Birds of Costa Rica

Susan C. L. Fogden, Michael Fogden and Patricia Fogden

1st edition

2005

"Ideal for the travelling birdwatcher, this useful guide provides a comprehensive overview of the wide variety of bird-life to be found in Costa Rica. Over 250 native species are included in the book, each description supported by a clear colour photograph taken where possible in the bird's natural Costa Rican habitat. As well as the commoner species likely to be encountered - colourful birds such as the Blue-grey Tanager, Social Flycatcher, Kiskadee, Clay-coloured Robin and Rufous-collared Sparrow - the guide also focuses on endemics, such as Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager, and endangered species, such as the Bare-necked Umbrellabird and Three-wattled Bellbird."

Costa Rica: Birds of the Atlantic Lowlands and the Caribbean Coast

Robert Dean

2004?

"Rainforest Publications' Fold-Out Pocket Field Guides are designed to slip into your pocket so that you can easily access our field guides and identify the flora and fauna you see while on your walks, hikes, and excursions through Costa Rica. The illustrations on this fold-out field guide from Rainforest Publications were created by British naturalist, Robert Dean, who has lived and worked in Monteverde, Costa Rica, since the early 1990s. The illustration of each species on the field guide is accompanied by the name of the species in English, Spanish, and Latin. Fold out pocket guides are approximately 24" by 8.75" (61 cm by 22 cm) when spread flat, and contain twelve 9 cm by 22 cm "pages" plus front and back cover pages. When folded, they are only approx. 3.5" by 8.75" (9 cm by 22 cm) and easily fit into your pocket."

Costa Rica: Birds of the Pacific Lowlands and the Pacific Coast

Robert Dean

2004?

"The illustrations on this fold-out field guide from Rainforest Publications were created by British naturalist, Robert Dean, who has lived and worked in Monteverde, Costa Rica, since the early 1990s. The illustration of each species on the field guide is accompanied by the name of the species in English, Spanish, and Latin. Fold out pocket guides are approximately 24" by 8.75" (61 cm by 22 cm) when spread flat, and contain twelve 9 cm by 22 cm "pages" plus front and back cover pages. When folded, they are only approx. 3.5" by 8.75" (9 cm by 22 cm) and easily fit into your pocket."

Costa Rica: Cloud Forest and Highland Birds

Mark Wainwright

2004?

"Rainforest Publications' Costa Rica Cloud Forest and Highland Birds Fold-out Pocket Field Guide shows 166 of the 870 bird species recorded for Costa Rica. It includes almost all species found above 1,450 meters. The illustrations on this fold-out field guide from Rainforest Publications were created by British naturalist, Mark Wainwright, who has lived and worked in Monteverde, Costa Rica, since 1991. The illustration of each species on the field guide is accompanied by the name of the species in English, Spanish, and Latin. Fold out pocket guides are approximately 24" by 8.75" (61 cm by 22 cm) when spread flat, and contain twelve 9 cm by 22 cm "pages" plus front and back cover pages. When folded, they are only approx. 3.5" by 8.75" (9 cm by 22 cm) and easily fit into your pocket."

An Illustrated Field Guide to the Birds of Costa Rica: Guía de Campo Ilustrada de las Aves de Costa Rica

Victor Esquivel Soto

Bilingual: Spanish/English

2003

Field Guide To The Wildlife of Costa Rica

Carrol L. Henderson

Foreword: Alexander F. Skutch

University of Texas Press

2002

"At the biological crossroads of the Americas, Costa Rica hosts an astonishing array of plants and animals - over half a million species! Ecotourists, birders, and biologists come from around the world to immerse themselves in the country's unspoiled rain forests, mountains, and beaches, drawn by the likelihood of seeing more than three or four hundred species of birds and other animals during even a short stay. To help all of these visitors and local residents identify and enjoy the wildlife of Costa Rica, this field guide presents nearly three hundred species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies, moths, and other invertebrates. Carrol Henderson, an experienced wildlife biologist, traveller, and tour leader in Costa Rica, has chosen the species that ecotourists are most likely to see, along with a selection of rarer, sought-after animals. He gives a general introduction to each group of animals, followed by individual species accounts that highlight identification features and interesting ecological adaptations for survival. His stunning close-up photographs and distribution maps complete each entry. In addition, Henderson includes a wealth of data about Costa Rica's natural environment, as well as a trip preparation checklist and lists of conservation organisations, wildlife tourism sites, and wildlife vocalisation tapes and CDs."

Aves del Parque Nacional Tapantí / Birds of Tapanti National Park, Costa Rica

Julio E. Sanchez

Instituto Nacional de Biodiversidad

Bilingual: Spanish/English

2002

A guide to some of the commoner birds found in the park.

Watching Wildlife: Central America

Luke Hunter and David Andrew

2002

"Aimed at experts and beginners, this guide covers the wildlife of Belize, Costa Rica and Panama. The colour photographs highlight the region's variety of mammals, birds and reptiles."

Costa Rica

Les Beletsky

Academic Press

1998

"The readable, informative text along with photos and drawings will help the ecotourist to identify animals encountered on their visit. Also included are lists of wildlife reserves and other ecologically significant sites with up-to-date conservation techniques in Costa Rica. It is the only book that gives the reader a mix of natural history, ecology, conservation, species identification and site guide all in one volume."

Birding Costa Rica 1996

Bruce C. Forrester

A short guide to birdwatching sites plus a systematic list for the sites with over 400 species.

Travel and Site Guide to Birds of Costa Rica: With Side Trips to Panama and Nicaragua

Aaron D. Sekerak

1996

Costa Rica and Panama: The Best Birding Locations

Dennis W.Rogers

Cinclus

1996

A Guide to the Birds of Costa Rica

F.G. Stiles and Alexander F. Skutch

1991

"This book covers waterbirds and migrants as well as resident tropical species, and its treatment of such topics as plumages, vocalizations, food habits, nesting and distribution make it a comprehensive single-volume guide to the 830 species of birds in Costa Rica."

A Guide to the Birds of Panama with Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Honduras

Robert S. Ridgely and John A. Gwynne

2nd edition

1989

"In the second edition, published in 1989, the authors expanded information on the birds of Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Honduras: approximately 200 new species were added to the material in the 1976 edition. Over 300 additional species, some of them Panamanian, were illustrated. Sixteen new plates were added, and three of the original plates were replaced by improved versions. Throughout the book changes were made to accommodate the explosion in knowledge of the birds of Panama and nearby areas and of neotropical birds in general. The basic sequence and systematics of the AOU 1983 Check-list were adopted. Also included in the revised edition was expanded and updated information on birdfinding in Panama, prepared with the assistance of two of Panama's best resident birders. The book also contains a special section outlining developments in Panama ornithology and conservation."

Birds Of Monteverde

Bob W. Law and Michael P.L. Fogden

Pension Quetzal

1981

A 32 page checklist with b/w illustrations.

A Guide to the Birds of Panama with Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Honduras

Robert S. Ridgely and John A. Gwynne

1976

A Naturalist in Costa Rica

Alexander F. Skutch

1971

The Birds Of Costa Rica: Distribution And Ecology

Paul Slud

American Museum of Natural History

1964

Descriptions Of New Birds From Panama And Costa Rica

Ludlow Griscom

American Museum of Natural History

1924

Opening lines: "The birds described below represent some of the results of an expedition to western Panama during the spring of 1924, which succeeded in reaching a previously unvisited section of the high mountains of the interior, where most of the novelties were obtained."

Catalogue Of A Collection Of Birds From Costa Rica

John Farwell Ferry

Field Columbian Museum

1910

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The birds considered in this paper were collected in Costa Rica during January, February and March of 1908 in localities upon the country's Atlantic slope. Though the rainy season was in progress, collecting was not seriously interfered with considering the time as a whole. Guayabo was visited from January 15 to February 6. The term Guayabo appears to apply generally to a rich grazing district lying several hours' horseback journey below Turrialba Station on the Northern Railway of Costa Rica. This locality is one of heavily forested slopes, cut by deep wooded ravines, and interspersed with great reaches of luxuriant lawn. Lofty, wide-branching trees stand singly or in groups about the lawns, and are a picturesque feature of the landscape. They play an important part in the bird-life of the region. The top of each tree, a small forest in itself, attracts a great number of birds at dusk, which come to roost for the night. About sun-down these tree-tops seem fairly alive with birds.

An Annotated List of the Birds of Costa Rica Including Cocos Island

M.A. Carriker

Publications of the Carnegie Museum

1910

The majority of this publication (605 of 670 pages) is the list of birds of Costa Rica.

On A Small Collection Of Birds From Costa Rica

Robert Ridgway

Proceedings of the United States National Museum

1893

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"The specimens referred to in the following notes were kindly submitted by the authorities of the Costa Rica National Museum, through Mr. George K. Cherrie, the ornithologist of that establishment."

Notes On Some Costa Rican Birds

Robert Ridgway

Proceedings of the United States National Museum

1891

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"For the privilege of exainining and reporting upon a small but very interesting collection of birds from that remarkably prolific country, the author is indebted to the courtesy of the Director of the Costa Rica National Museum, Sr. Anastasio Alfaro."

Notes On Costa Rican Birds, With Descriptions Of Seven New Species And Subspecies And One New Genus

Robert Ridgway

Proceedings of the United States National Museum

1888

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"With their accustomed liberality, the authorities of the National Museum of Costa Rica have sent me for examination a large collection of birds from that country, and given permission to describe any that were new to science. The collection, while consisting chiefly of species that are already known, includes several that are new, one of them being a remarkable new genus of uncertain affinities, besides others which are worthy of mention on account of their rarity."

On Some Costa Rican Birds, With Description Of Several Supposed New Species

Robert Ridgway

Proceedings of the United States National Museum

1883

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"The following interesting species are included in a small collection of birds lately received by the National Museum from Sr. Don Jose C. Zeledon, of San Jose, Costa Rica."

Catalogue Of A Collection Of Birds Made In The Interior Of Costa Rica By Mr. C.C. Nutting

Robert Ridgway

Proceedings of the United States National Museum

1882

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"On page 383 of the present volume, reference is made to a collection of birds from the interior of Costa Rica, but which at the time of writing- had not been received. This collection has lately come to hand, and a list of the species is presented herewith. The better to aid our knowledge of the geographical distribution of Central American birds, the specimens collected at the two principal points of San Jose and the Volcan de Irazu, are given in separate lists."

On a collection of birds from the Hacienda La Palma, Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica

C.C. Nutting

Volume 5, pages 392-409

Proceedings of the United States National Museum

1882

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"Costa Rica, the southernmost of the Central American States, lies between the eighth and eleventh degrees north latitude, quite a considerable portion being actually south of Panama, owing to the peculiar curve of the continent between Costa Rica and South America proper ."

Notes On Some Costa Rican Birds

Robert Ridgway

Proceedings of the United States National Museum

1881

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"The following birds, all of greater or less interest, have recently been received at the National Museum from Sr. Don Jose C. Zeledon, of San Jose."

Descriptions Of Two New Species Of Birds From Costa Rica, And Notes On Other Rare Species From That Country

Robert Ridgway

Proceedings of the United States National Museum

1878

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"A small collection of birds brought from Costa Rica by Mr. Jose C. Zeledon includes several exceedingly rare and interesting species, among which may be mentioned a young male of Carpodectes nitidus, a second specimen of Porzana einereiceps, Lawr., the recently described Zonotrichia vulcani, and Phoenoptila melanoxantha, besides Pyrgisoma capitalis, Panterpe insignis, Geotrygon costaricensis, etc. In addition to the above are the two following, which are believed to be undescribed."