Three species of tree boa are common throughout many areas of Costa Rica: garden, annulated and black-tailed. As their name

The lesser giant hunting ant (Paraponera clavata), more commonly known as the bullet ant, is no stranger to Costa Rica.

Jaguars are the largest feline species in Costa Rica and the third-largest on the planet, next to lions and tigers.

The leatherback sea turtle is the largest of all surviving turtle species. It’s also the fourth heaviest reptile, with three

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bottom line — keep your eyes open and be aware of your surroundings.

Of the 16 recognized species of coral snakes in Central America, four are currently known to occur in Costa Rica.