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The waterworld of Parque Reptilandia

~ by Roel De PleckerBesides the large variety of lizards and snakes, our park also houses a diverse collection of turtles, one of which is the Madagascar big-headed turtle (Erymnochelys madagascariensis). This species is highly endangered and even hardly […]

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The Valley of the Great Diquis

~ by Dagmar ReinhardApril 2017 – Hotel Cristal Ballena The team of the National Museum of Costa Rica, led by headed by the director Mrs. Rocío Fernández and in the presence of the Deputy Mayor of Osa, Mrs. […]

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The Costa Ballena Animal Home Refuge - Osa, Uvita, Costa Ballena

The Costa Ballena Animal Home Refuge

~ by Kate BarrWe are thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of El RefUgio Hogar Animal Costa Ballena at our temporary facility located at the CVS Veterinario, on Chamán Street, in Uvita. El RefUgio provides shelter/“refuge” and love to […]

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YABASUJKRA - Osa, Uvita, Costa Ballena, Pacifico Sur - Ballena Tales

YABASUJKRA

~ by Kurandenk (Huella del Jaguar / The Jaguar’s footprint)People from Boruca have many beliefs, and the stories, legends, and myths are part of our lives. Among such beliefs, there is the respect for nature. We know […]

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Slow down! Animals Crossing The Road -Osa,Costa Ballena- Ballena Tales

Slow down! Animals Crossing The Road

~ by Loyal ClarkeAt Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary, our number one goal is to get the animals back to their native habitats. Sadly, that is not always possible due to injuries from which the animals cannot fully recover. The […]

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