Environment

Millions of Trees Can Be Saved With the Use of Hemp Toilet Paper

That the toilet paper industry is a major threat to forests and the environment is a fact. A 2019 report from the U.S. Natural Resources Defense Council indicates how the major brands of toilet paper and “wipes” predominantly use...

Costa Rican Authorities Alert on Presence of “Killer Hornet” in the Country

The State Phytosanitary Service asked the population to alert about the presence in the country of the Asian giant hornet also known as the "killer hornet" since it represents a danger to the beekeeping and agricultural sector, even humans. Authorities...

The Fauna In Costa Rican National Parks Has Re-adapted To Their Natural Way Of Life

The fauna at Manuel Antonio and other National Parks has returned to its natural way of life, since it was closed to visitors on March 23rd due to the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Plastic Pollution Pandemic

There are more “microplastics” in the Ocean than there are stars in the sky. And also, there are already microplastics in the air

Illegal Hunting Groups Raid in Corcovado National Park

Nearby residents of Drake Bay, in the canton of Osa, Puntarenas, reported that in recent days groups of people have raided the Corcovado National Park to hunt animals and then sell their meat. The president of the Drake Bay Rural...

Corcovado National Park: One of the Few Natural Areas That Remain Virgin in Central America

Costa Rica is recognized worldwide for its effort in the preservation of indigenous flora and fauna. That is why this country has laws that strictly protect biodiversity. An example of this is the Corcovado National Park. This park is home...

What Steps Have The Costa Rican Population Taken To Counter Climate Change?

Climate Change is an issue that today generates a direct impact on citizens, this includes their buying and consumption habits. It turns out that the company Eco Market Research carried out quantitative research in late 2019, focused on those...

Arenal Conservation Area Authorities Seize Wildlife From Poachers

The Wildlife Program of the Arenal Huetar Norte Conservation Area (ACAHN), carried out in Sarapiquí the seizure of 13 Lapas (parrots) and 1 emú. The animals were transferred to authorized sites for their care, review and then integration into...

Interesting Facts about Nosara That You Probably Didn’t Know

A hidden shipwreck on the outer shores of Playa Guiones Ask most people whether they know of the shipwreck that sits a short way off the shoreline at Playa Guiones and the reply will very likely be negative. Although rarely...

Animals in Latin America Explore Cities during Quarantine

In the midst of the preventive measures taken by governments in Latin America, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, animals such as cougars, foxes, dolphins, marsupials, opossums, wild boars, monkeys, ducks, turkeys, and birds have been seen on the beaches...
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 San José Municipality Cancels Zapote Fair Tender: Are Year-End Festivities at Risk?

The iconic year-end celebrations in San José, Costa Rica, face mounting uncertainty after the local government officially declared the...