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Costa Rica’s fantastic flora in Photos

Despite its size, Costa Rica contains more than 5 percent of the world’s biodiversity.

Reader Megan M. captured some of that biodiversity during a recent walk near Heredia. She shared her photos with The Tico Times.

Costa Rica Flora and Fauna
Courtesy Megan M.
Bromeliad in Costa Rica
Courtesy Megan M.
Courtesy Megan M.
Courtesy Megan M.

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