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Costa Rica hosts largest-ever bat conference

Researchers discussed bat intelligence, socialization, echolocation and the animal's role in nature.

Family returns to honor anniversary of their son’s disappearance and keep hope alive

The Gimelfarbs return to Costa Rica every year during the anniversary of their son David’s disappearance to renew their pleas for information.

Radar installation promises to improve security on Costa Rica’s high seas

Authorities selected the remote Isla del Coco National Park for the $2 million radar facility because it was the "most affected by illegal fishing and the paths of drug boats."

U.S. biologist identifies 33 tiny and terrifying new ant species throughout Latin America

One Costa Rican ant species is named for a recently deceased biologist, who had studied and taught in Monteverde.

Chasing Costa Rica’s Rare and Elusive Quetzal

People travel to Costa Rica from all over the world to behold the resplendent quetzal, a rare bird that still thrives in the town of San Gerardo de Dota.

Park rangers, environmentalists face increasingly hostile conditions

Gold prospectors and poachers in the Osa Peninsula can be armed and dangerous, threatening rangers and conversationists alike.

A luxurious old hacienda in Cañas

I almost hit a deer pulling into the driveway at Cañas’ only luxury hotel, La Pacifica. Then later, driving to my room, I nearly...

Costa Rica Expeditions: One of Costa Rica’s most successful rafting entrepreneurs

Costa Rica Expeditions founder Michael Kaye first came to this country as a young river guide, fleeing war-torn El Salvador.

Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Conservation Area favors environmentally sensitive geothermal project

National park conservation advocates say there is middle ground on geothermal production. But will Costa Rica's Electricity Institute compromise?

Guidebook offers new take on Costa Rica

Best-selling author James Kaiser shares the good and bad experiences he had while living as an expat in the land of “pura vida.”

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5,000-Year-Old Woman’s Remains Discovered in Peru’s Ancient Caral Civilization

Archaeologists announced Thursday the discovery of the remains of a woman who lived approximately 5,000 years ago and is believed to have belonged to...

Adjusting to Expat Life in Costa Rica and Its Two Gentle Seasons

Costa Rica's subtle seasonal changes offer orientation when spring, summer, autumn and winter aren’t there to structure the passage of time. Spring is here,...

Poás Volcano Eruptions Deliver Economic Blow to Costa Rican Tourism

The recent eruptions of Poás Volcano in Costa Rica have significantly disrupted tourism in nearby communities, including Poás, Poasito, Fraijanes, Vara Blanca, and Los...
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