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STRIPE-THROATED HERMIT – Pura Vida Birds and Birding
The noticeably loud wingbeats of the Stripe-throated Hermit often alert you to its presence before you see it. READ MORE
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LONG-BILLED HERMIT – Pura Vida Birds and Birding
Long-billed Hermits inhabit forest understory, second growth, and plantations where they are particularly fond of edges and steams. READ MORE
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GREEN HERMIT – Pura Vida Birds and Birding
A relatively large hummingbird, the Green Hermit is found in humid forests and forest edges READ MORE
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BAND-TAILED BARBTHROAT – Pura Vida Birds and Birding
A medium-sized hermit, with an almost straight bill, the Band-tailed Barbthroat is usually found in understory of primary and disturbed… READ MORE
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WHITE-NECKED JACOBIN – Pura Vida Birds and Birding
The White-necked Jacobin (Florisuga mellivora) is a medium-sized hummingbird found across a wide range of habitats. READ MORE
ABOUT ME
Through my lens and prose I hope to instill a greater sense of awe, compassion and inspiration as I discover new creatures, explore interesting habitats, and gain wisdom about the natural world that’s all around us. It is my hope that readers are motivated to learn more about our environment and its inhabitants, and become passionate advocates for conservation.
I earned my college degree in biology, a foundation that shaped not only how I see the world, but how I’ve spent my life sharing it with others. For more than 35 years, I worked in education as both a teacher and administrator, guiding students through the wonders of science and the joy of discovery. That same spirit of curiosity has carried me through decades of volunteer work in citizen science and conservation. This blog brings together my passions for birding, conservation, and storytelling.
~ Jim Gain
Reflections of the Natural World 