Collared Aracari at Boca Tapada

Boca Tapada offers a rewarding setting for photographing the Collared Aracari, a striking toucan relative whose bold, multicoloured plumage lends itself beautifully to close-focus portraits. Visiting photographers on the Ultimate Costa Rican Wildlife, Wildlife Icons of Costa Rica, & Essential Costa Rican Wildlife holidays regularly encounter this species here. For the best chance of success, plan your visit for April, May, November or December, when sightings are typical. Patience & a steady long lens will help capture the fine detail of its distinctive banded bill & vivid feathering.