Lake Arenal and volcano Arenal
Costa Rica Birding: Little Tinamou—The Forest’s Whisper
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica’s reputation as a birdwatcher’s haven is bolstered by the presence of diverse bird species, among which the Little Tinamou (Crypturellus...
Costa Rica Birding: Little Tinamou—The Forest’s Whisper
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica’s reputation as a birdwatcher’s haven is bolstered by the presence of diverse bird species, among which the Little Tinamou (Crypturellus...
Riverside Rulers: The Neotropical Otters of Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the lush, verdant waterways of Costa Rica, the neotropical otters—often playfully referred to as "riverine royalty"—have carved out an existence...
The Neon Glow of the Tortuguero Beetle
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the dense, dew-soaked rainforests of Costa Rica's Tortuguero, a tiny creature wields a light show that rivals the starlit sky. The Tortuguero...
Keel-Billed Toucan: The Banana-Billed Acrobat
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Discover the Keel-Billed Toucan: Costa Rica's Rainbow-Beaked Wonder With a beak as colorful as a tropical fruit salad, the keel-billed toucan is...
The Spectacular Spectacled Caiman of Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Imagine peering through the misty veil of Costa Rica's lush wetlands, only to lock eyes with a pair of ancient, yet oddly stylish, spectacles. No, you...
Meet Costa Rica’s Acrobats: The Fascinating Life of Spider Monkeys
[vc_row][vc_column width="5/6" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Spider monkeys, known for their playful antics and impressive agility, are one of Costa Rica’s most captivating wildlife species. Found primarily in...
A Guide to Costa Rica’s Best Sloth Sanctuaries: Where to See Them in the Wild
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Spotting a sloth in its natural habitat is a serene experience that epitomizes the Pura Vida lifestyle of Costa Rica. These fascinating creatures,...
Walking on Water: The Jesus Christ Lizard of Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica, a land of ecological wonders, is home to one of the most fascinating creatures, the Jesus Christ Lizard. Known scientifically as Basiliscus...
Discover the Baird’s Tapir: Costa Rica’s Elusive Jungle Guardian
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]The Baird's tapir—Costa Rica's very own jungle mascot. These lumbering and somewhat adorably awkward creatures might not win a beauty contest against...