In the quiet of Costa Rica’s shady lowland rainforests, a sudden rustling in the leaf litter might catch your attention. As you move closer, the commotion grows—a tide of army ants (Eciton burchellii) is sweeping through the undergrowth, and nearby, a small bird with bold, spotted plumage flits to the ground. This is the Spotted… Continue reading Spotted Antbirds: Following the Army Ants in Costa Rica’s Lowland Forests
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The Thrill of Being in an Army Ant Swarm: Antbirds in Costa Rica’s Lowland Forests
Standing amidst an army ant swarm in the Sarapiquí region of caribian Costa Rica is both exhilarating and humbling. The air crackles with tension as predators and prey play out an ancient drama. The thrill is heightened by the cacophony of bird calls and the sharp rustling of ant legs over leaves. Witnessing the symbiosis… Continue reading The Thrill of Being in an Army Ant Swarm: Antbirds in Costa Rica’s Lowland Forests