Why is Costa Rica so biodiverse? Its location, climate, mountains, and conservation history create one of Earth’s richest natural mosaics.
Sloths in Costa Rica: Slow, Strange, Beloved
Sloths are among Costa Rica’s most loved wildlife. Learn where to spot them, how they live, and why protecting their habitat matters.
The Secret Mammals of Costa Rica: Tiny Creatures Found Nowhere Else
Are there mammals only found in Costa Rica? Yes, Costa Rica has mammals found only within the country, but most are small, shy and rarely seen by visitors. Unlike the famous sloths, howler monkeys, jaguars and tapirs, Costa Rica’s truly country-exclusive mammals are...
White Face Capuchin Monkeys in Costa Rica
White face capuchin monkeys are among Costa Rica’s smartest wild residents. Learn where to spot them and why respectful watching matters.
Manuel Antonio: Costa Rica’s Wild Favorite
Manuel Antonio blends rainforest, beaches, wildlife, and luxury with real-world travel trade-offs. Here’s what to know before you go.
Diamante Eco Adventure Park and the Taper
Visit Diamante Eco Adventure Park, meet the new Taper at Diamante, and use code HOWLER for 10% off your Costa Rica adventure today.
Costa Rica Wildlife Conservation Now
Costa Rica wildlife conservation protects forests, coasts, and biodiversity while shaping travel, communities, and the country’s future.
The Motmots of Costa Rica: Pendulum-Tailed Jewels Hiding in Plain Sight
There’s a moment that happens in Costa Rica’s forests when the light turns leafy-green and quiet, and a bird appears like it’s been painted with a highlighter and a steady hand. A motmot doesn’t rush the reveal. It simply is—perched, still, almost smug—until the tail...
Let’s Hear it For the Howler
[vc_row full_width="full_width"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Howler Monkeys in Costa Rica: The Jungle Alarm Clock You’ll Never Forget Costa Rica’s howler monkeys are the loud, leafy neighbours you hear long before you ever see them. These tree-dwelling primates are...
Costa Rica Wildlife: 30 Incredible Animals You Can Actually See
Costa Rica may be small on the map, but it is enormous when it comes to wildlife, packing in hundreds of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and marine species across rainforests, cloud forests, mangroves, and two very different coasts.(Costa Rica Experts) Why is...
Bullet Ants: Pain You Don’t Want to Feel
Bullet Ants in Costa Rica: Tiny Forest Giants with a Bullet of Pain Walking through a lowland Costa Rican rainforest, you expect birdsong, dripping leaves and the rustle of lizards. What you probably do not expect is a single insect capable of delivering a sting that...
The “non-adventure” Adventures of Costa Rica
Costa Rica, renowned for its thrilling adventure activities and lush rainforests, also offers a treasure trove of non-adventure experiences for travelers seeking relaxation, cultural enrichment, and indulgence. Beyond zip-lining and surfing, this Central American gem...