In our warm tropical environment, cats and dogs have babies all year round – it’s a big problem here. El Refugio offers a solution for overpopulation.
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Love of Friends, Family, and Horses!
After living in Costa Rica, coming back to the United States is like a reverse culture shock. Yet, there was much love from friends, family, and horses!
Continue readingThe Call of the Whales
On a whale-watching tour, spectators not only saw a whale jump in front of them but were also able to observe other sea creatures while snorkeling.
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Roosterfish and Tuna Galore AUTHOR: Captain Willy Atencio Hello from beautiful Drake Bay, Costa Rica. It’s a shame we have fewer tourists this time of year versus in the dry season. While I understand […]
Continue readingNaturalistic vivariums at Parque Reptilandia
Naturalistic vivariums at Parque Reptilandia AUTHOR: Roel de Plecker Sometimes in our exhibits, it can be hard to spot our beloved reptiles and amphibians to show them to our visitors. At Parque Reptilandia, we pride […]
Continue readingComprehensive Magazine #80, South Pacific Costa Rica, Bicentennial of Independence
Congratulations to Costa Rica on its Bicentennial of Independence! From its foundation in 1821, a guideline for conduct determined that Costa Rica “recognizes and respects civil liberties, property, and other legitimate national rights of every person and any state or nation.” The country
has proven that it can live in peace, freely and democratically, even with limited economic resources and facing significant challenges while respecting the environment.