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Biology The largest lizard species in Central America, the adult green iguana (Iguana iguana) can reach up to six feet in length and weighs up to twelve pounds. The species is well known for its long, whip-like long tail that accounts for more than half its total length. Like many lizards, green iguanas have devised

Biology The Agouti is a tropical rodent that to most visitors appears a cross between a rabbit and a squirrel. It looks like a slightly larger version of the guinea pig. Agoutis are vital to the ecosystem in the sense that they are important seed predators who also act as dispersers. They feast on seeds

Biology The Coati (Pizote in Spanish) is a member of the racoon family and can be easily distinguished with its long mobile snout and faintly ringed tail which is nearly as long as the rest of its body and often carried upright. Its body is colored pale to dark brown or reddish or yellowish and

Biology Capuchin monkeys, also known as the white-faced monkeys, inhabit the wet lowland forests on Caribbean coast of Costa Rica and Panama and dense dry forest on the Pacific coast. These monkeys sport a very distinguishable appearance from other Central American primates: they have a dark colored body that has a white top chest and

Biology One of Nicoya Peninsula’s (and Costa Rica’s) most commonly spotted mammals; the Mantled Howler Monkeys are recognized for their fascinating vocalizations (which can be heard almost 3-4 kilometres away) and incredible response communication patterns. Visitors can often hear their shrill calls around sunrise and sundown. The boisterous species also seem to respond to any

Young Vision Surf School is one of the most popular Costa Rican owned and operated surf school in Montezuma, Costa Rica. Their experienced local bilingual instructors offer high quality surf instruction to all those interested in learning the art of surfing. Even expert surfers can take their help to enhance their wave riding skills. This

A Tropical Cattle Ranch Turned Into a National Wildlife Refuge Curu National Wildlife Refuge is situated on the southern Pacific Coast of Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica. The refuge park is famous for its thriving and fantastic flora and fauna, and also includes a cluster of splendid white-sand beaches. Nestled near the town of Curu, west

The waters surrounding Costa Rica are home to nearly 7,000 marine species, some 3.5% of the total aquatic life on Earth. Snorkeling through these warm, clear waters is a fabulous way to enjoy the region’s incredible aquatic biodiversity. A variety of tropical fish – including puffers, barracudas, parrotfish, snappers and butterfly fish – can be

Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve has the distinction of being the first protected park area in Costa Rica when it was established in 1963. The park is renowned for the white cape, a group of rocks located at the southern tip of the reserve that serves as a habitat for a plethora of rare and interesting

Malpais is a tiny, serene community, loosely spread out along five kilometres of road. Its northern limit is the road intersection of “El Cruze” where the road from Cobano ends on Playa Carmen. On Playa Carmen Mal Pais merges with the booming beach village of Santa Teresa with its vibrant surfer scene, shops, hotels and

Santa Teresa is a new and upcoming travel attraction in Costa Rica, attracting beach bums and surfers to its broad, white-sand beaches with world-class surfing conditions. Since the jungle hugs the shore, you find lots of breezy, shady hideaways on the beach. Fortunately there aren’t yet high-rise buildings in Santa Teresa so that views of

Cabuya is the scenic gateway to the very popular Cabo Blanco Reserve. This tiny yet attractive community borders the main entrance to the park and offers a plethora of natural sites to discover. Nestled along the jungle-rimmed coast with a backdrop of picturesque mountains, Cabuya is a superb for hiking, beachcombing, bird watching and caters

Beautifully tucked away amid a stunning and varied landscape, Montezuma posses a trademark open air snugness and ample culture. It is one of the most sought after holiday spots in the region for jovial spirited travelers looking to take part in its ongoing, relaxed party. At night, the town’s generally unruffled-vibe transforms to a more

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