The lesser giant hunting ant (Paraponera clavata), more commonly known as the bullet ant, is no stranger to Costa Rica. This insect species inhabits the wet neotropic ecozone,
Jaguars are the largest feline species in Costa Rica and the third-largest on the planet, next to lions and tigers. Average size varies by geographic location, with larger jag
Costa Rica is home to the largest species of coati, Nasua narica, known as the white-nosed coati. These animals can grow to 120 cm long, their large, bushy tail making up half
The leatherback sea turtle is the largest of all surviving turtle species. It’s also the fourth heaviest reptile, with three species of crocodile weighing more. Leatherbacks
Bottom line — keep your eyes open and be aware of your surroundings. (more…)
[vc_row full_width=”full_width”][vc_column][vc_column_text]Nugget is a female, baby two-toed sloth, found alone on the ground in Playa Zancudo. She was only a few
[vc_row full_width=”full_width”][vc_column][vc_column_text]This Creature Feature highlights the distinctive characteristics of three Costa Rican animals.[/vc_colum