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Costa Rica Butterfly Farm Tour

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For over 20 years, since 1990, The Butterfly Farm has been offering in-depth 2-hour guided tours to the public. Depending on the weather, what’s going on in the garden and the guide, every tour is unique and provides a broad perspective on butterflies, Nature and mankind’s fascination wtih these extraordinary insects. In 2009 the farm [...]

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Who Will You Meet in the Rainforest? Part 4: Amphibians

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An introduction with photos to commonly sighted frogs and toads in the Costa Rican rainforests.

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Who Will You Meet in the Rainforest? Part III: Reptiles

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An introduction with photos to reptiles commonly found in Costa Rica. Jesus Christ lizards, iguanas, crocs, sea turtles, snakes and more!

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Get to Know Costa Rican Nature through Books

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Many of Costa Rica’s greatest protectors of nature, including some prominent scientists, have written wonderful memoirs and novels about their experiences in Costa Rican nature. Through their work, we can discover the powerful resonance between nature and the literature it inspires.

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Who Will You Meet in the Rainforest? Part 2: Birds

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An introduction with photos to birds in Costa Rica for those interested in learning about some of the more conspicuous and frequently sighted birds of the rainforest.

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Researching Climate Change on the Osa Peninsula

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Conservation organizations are studying sea turtles and other Costa Rican wildlife to discover the effects of climate change on the biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula.

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Who Will You Meet in the Rainforest? Part 1: Mammals

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Nearly every visitor to the tropical rainforest will have heard of its legendary biodiversity – dozens of species make each visit unique and thrilling. For many, the exuberance of tropical nature may have ranked highly among their reasons to visit or live in Costa Rica.

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Titi Conservation Alliance: Sustainable Development and Conservation in Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Region

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TCRN Regional Correspondent: Katrina Palmer Manuel Antonio’s cocktail party for the Mono Titis! Celebrating local sustainability, the Titi Conservation Alliance and members of the Quepos/Manuel Antonio community recently came together to ‘toast the Titis’ and enjoy a special evening of sumptuous appetizers, sensational wine and plenty of laughter held at the gorgeous Gaia Hotel & [...]

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New Research Facility in Reserva Playa Tortuga

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TCRN STAFF Reserva Playa Tortuga has a new research facility located just over the bridge in front of Ojochal in the old Joe’s coffee shop. The facility has been renovated to house volunteers and researchers alike. Headed by Director Alexia Maizel RPT has a capable team of investigators and scientist to deal with any biological [...]

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Jaco Beach Costa Rica

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Jaco Beach Costa Rica is one of the most popular beach towns in Costa Rica, and is a major launch point for people looking to explore Central Pacific Costa Rica. Jaco Beach, 45 minutes south of Puntarenas and 45 minutes north of Manuel Antonio on Costa Rica’s Central Coast, and is within minutes of several [...]

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