Scientists have identified a new salamander species in the remote páramo of Chirripó National Park, highlighting our country's rich biodiversity and the pressing challenges...

News

Costa Rica Joins US-Led Bid for 2031 Women’s Soccer World Cup

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The United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica have teamed up to bid for hosting the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup. This marks the...

Environment and Wildlife

Venezuela Sloth Rescue Exposes Wildlife Electrocution Crisis

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Rescuers in Venezuela recently saved a sloth trapped on electrical lines, a scene that played out on social media and drew attention to a...

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Costa Rica Lawmakers Push Bill for Guaranteed Public Beach Access

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A push to keep Costa Rica's beaches open to everyone took a step forward last week when a legislative committee approved a bill requiring...

Crime

Costa Rica OIJ Arrests Human Trafficking Ring Exploiting Minors

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The Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) dismantled a gang dedicated to human trafficking for the sexual exploitation of minors after carrying out 19 simultaneous raids...

News

Costa Rica’s Liberia Airport Fixes Runway Issues Overnight

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Contractors began repairs on the runway at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport this week, focusing on sections that did not meet required standards after...

Environment and Wildlife

What Camera Traps Miss Chasing Jaguars in Costa Rica

Vincent Losasso -

Five years ago, I began my journey using camera traps in wildlife monitoring projects in Costa Rica. A few years after that I began...

News

Costa Rica Monitors Caribbean Tropical Wave with 70% Storm Chance

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Those who live along the Caribbean coast know all too well how quickly weather can turn in October. Right now, the Instituto Meteorológico Nacional...