In the last few days, a Bare-throated Tiger-heron or Garza Tigre in spanish, has been making regular appearances around The Club, calmly walking near the pool and moving through the area as if it has always belonged there.
The team at the beach club has already given him a name: Charlie.
Charlie is a Bare-throated Tiger-heron, or Tigrisoma mexicanum, a striking bird known for its striped neck, long legs, and almost prehistoric look. This species is usually found near wetlands, mangroves, riverbanks, and other lowland areas where it can patiently wait for fish, frogs, crabs, and other small prey. You can read more about this bird in this previous edition of The Daily.
What makes Charlie’s visits so special is not only the bird itself, but the way he has become part of the daily rhythm at The Club. Guests, team members, and neighbors have seen him standing still near the pool, moving slowly along the edge of the veranda, or simply taking in the morning with the calm confidence of a regular.
Around Town, nature is not something distant or separate. Wildlife sightings like this are part of what makes life in Las Catalinas feel so connected to the natural world. It moves through the trails, rests in the trees, crosses the beaches, and occasionally shows up at The Club with a name and a personality.
So if you happen to see Charlie during your pool or gym day at The Club, take a quiet moment to enjoy the encounter from a respectful distance. He may be a visitor, but lately, he has started to feel a little like part of the community.