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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...
From Rainforest to Cloud Forest: four amazing places to photograph wildlife
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]By Richard L. Camp rcamp@campphototours.com Costa Rica, a verdant tapestry of rainforests, cloud forests, and coastal ecosystems, is a wildlife...
Exploring the Untamed Wilderness of Costa Rica: A Comprehensive Guide
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica, and its breathtaking landscapes and incredible biodiversity, offers a treasure trove of experiences for those looking to delve into its...
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...
Sally Lightfoot Crabs of Costa Rica: Nature’s Vivid Coastal Artists
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]The shores of Costa Rica, known for their lush landscapes and rich biodiversity, are also home to one of nature's most vibrant displays—the Sally...
Shadow of the Forest: Exploring the Enigmatic World of Costa Rica’s Jaguarundi
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Unveiling the Elusive Jaguarundi: Costa Rica’s Mysterious Feline Deep in the lush landscapes of Costa Rica, the jaguarundi, a lesser-known wild...
The Titi Monkeys of Costa Rica: Guardians of the Rainforest
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the verdant landscapes of Costa Rica, the Titi or Central American squirrel monkey represents not just a delightful spectacle for ecotourists but...
Colors in the Canopy: Discovering the Speckled Tanager’s Habitat and Habits
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]The Speckled Tanager, scientifically known as *Ixothraupis guttata*, is a captivating bird species found in the lush landscapes of Central and South...
Pelicans of Costa Rica: Majestic Birds of Coastal and Inland Waters
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Pelicans are a remarkable sight in Costa Rica, gracing both coastal and inland waters with their distinctive appearance and fascinating behaviors....
The Graceful Dance of the Mobula Rays
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Why do mobula rays jump out of the water? Do you know? The vibrations from the engine tickles them Showing off for a potential mate Get rid of parasites Communicate with the other rays Mobula rays enjoy the warm,...
The Fascinating World of Scorpions: Their Role in the Ecosystem and Interaction with Humans
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]The Fascinating World of Scorpions: Their Role in the Ecosystem and Interaction with Humans Scorpions have been around for hundreds of millions of...
Whale Sharks Off Costa Rica’s Shores: A Majestic Encounter
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Costa Rica, renowned for its diverse wildlife, is a prime destination for those seeking encounters with marine giants. Among these, the whale shark...
Costa Rica’s Camouflaged Critters: The Art of Survival of the Snake-Mimic Caterpillar
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the dense, verdant jungles of Costa Rica’s Corcovado National Park, a remarkable example of nature’s ingenuity in survival and adaptation quietly...
Exploring the Habitat of Collared Peccaries in Costa Rica
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text] Collared peccaries, also known as javelinas, are adaptable mammals that inhabit a range of environments from the southwestern United States down to...
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...
Winged Fishermen: Exploring the Habitat and Habits of the Greater Bulldog Bat
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]The Greater Bulldog Bat, a creature that seems to leap straight out of a nature enthusiast's fantasy, is one of Costa Rica's most intriguing and yet...
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,...
The Enigma of the Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake: A Glimpse into Costa Rican Lore
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]Nestled within the azure embrace of Costa Rican waters lies a creature as mysterious as it is captivating—the yellow-bellied sea snake. Known...
From Rainforest Canopies to Indigenous Lore: The Fascinating World of Dart Frogs
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]In the lush rainforests of Central America, two species of frogs captivate the attention of both locals and scientists alike—the Blue Jeans Dart Frog...
Turtles to the Sea: A Costa Rican Conservation Odyssey
[vc_row][vc_column width="3/4" css=".vc_custom_1691013008333{background-color: #f9ecc5 !important;}"][vc_column_text]The new little lives struggled over each other as they courageously floundered en masse toward the waiting waves. A millennia of history untold was...