Scorpions can be found throughout the country ... While shark attacks are extremely rare in Costa Rica, certain species like bull sharks and tiger sharks do inhabit its waters, particularly ...

Three new plant species have been discovered in Costa Rica following an investigation by the National Museum of Costa Rica. The plants are identified as Miconia rupicola Gleason, Phyllanthus elsiae, ...

A wild animal is in need of some sort of help ... In reality, a successful wildlife rehabilitation program takes an entire team of hardworking professionals and, luckily for wildlife supporters in ...

The species was also historically hunted for its meat as far back as the fifth century B.C.E. in China. Maike Heidemeyer, a Costa Rica-based marine ... imbricata) are found in tropical and ...