Costa Rica is a birdwatcher’s paradise connecting North and South America. Nearly 900 species of birds have been recorded in this small country, and some…
Dashing across the mangrove canopy, a group of playful monkeys entertain their human onlookers. These personable primates are Panamanian white-faced capuchins (Cebus imitator) or locally…
Encountering wildlife is inevitable when walking through the biologically rich jungles of Costa Rica, but one thing is certain: a lot more creatures will encounter…
Among the fantastic beasts dwelling in the forests of Costa Rica is the Baird’s Tapir (Tapirus bairdii), the region’s largest native mammal. With their long…
Sloths are perhaps the most charismatic and beloved wildlife in Costa Rica. Adorable animals with a seemingly perpetual smile that live life in slow motion,…