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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
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Common Pauraque
BIRDS & BIRDING IN COSTA RICA The Common Pauraque (Nyctidromus albicollis) is a cryptically patterned nightbird found in Central and… READ MORE
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Lesser Nighthawk
BIRDS & BIRDING IN COSTA RICA The Lesser Nighthawk (Chordeiles acutipennis) is a nightjar found throughout a large part of… READ MORE
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Squirrel Cuckoo
BIRDS & BIRDING IN COSTA RICA The Squirrel Cuckoo (Piaya cayana) is a large and active species of cuckoo found… READ MORE
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Groove-billed Ani
BIRDS & BIRDING IN COSTA RICA The Groove-billed Ani (Crotophaga sulcirostris) is a tropical bird in the cuckoo family with… 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 