Costa Rica
Robert Ringler (ringler@cct.infi.net)
Fri, 19 Jun 1998 06:55:02 -0700
Joe,
I have have made 9 trips to Costa Rica at all times of the year.
The birding is great year-round but there are trade-offs for each
season. The rainy season is roughly May to December and weather can
always interfere with birding. The trips I have done in the rainy season
have not lost much time to the rain because it is often at times when you
are not birding. In spring more birds are breeding and easier to
find. Prices are also reduced in the rainy season. In late spring and
summer you do not get the North American migrants, which some may
consider a small loss, but I have seen more Golden-winged Warblers in
Costa Rica than as migrants in Maryland. During the drier season (there
is still some rain) prices are higher and many places may be crowded with
tourists. Different parts of the country have different weather patterns
and rainfalls. The Costa Rica field guide is very good and can give you
more detailed info about climate.
Bob Ringler