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Puente de Mulas

San Jose  >  Costa Rica

Puente de Mulas is a river area surrounded with ​​pastures and forest.

Added* by Melvin
Most recent update 8 november 2025

Description

Puente de Mulas has a mix of habitas with a river surrounded by pastures and forest. In a small area you can encounter many different birds, from hummingbirds, tanagers, flycatchers, to migratory warblers depending on the season. Surprises are often seen. Birds that are often observed include Steely-vented Hummingbird, Wood Stork, Snowy Egret, Lesser Ground-Cuckoo, Squirrel Cuckoo, Grey Hawk, Lesson's Motmot, Hoffmann's Woodpecker, Crested Caracara, Streak-headed Woodcreeper, Crimson-fronted Parakeet and Yellow-throated Euphonia.

Details

Access

Puente de Mulas is located just south of the international airport in San Jose. You can park along the street. Best to explore the area on foot.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , River , Lake

Conditions

Mountainous , Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring migration

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Links

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