Costa Rica is one of the most bio-diverse regions in the world. This small country has more bio-diversity than North America or Europe. The list of Costa Rica wildlife species found in this small country is extensive, thanks to its rich rainforest ecosystem and miles of beaches. Visitors wanting to see animals that they have never seen before will almost definitely accomplish that feat multiple times daily in this lush country.Costa Rica is a dream location for people who love nature. Bird watchers have the chance to see over 800 species of birds including two species of macaws, over fifty species of hummingbirds, and a number of species of toucans. Those who like to keep their eyes out of the sky have plenty to see closer to the ground. Costa Rica animals include four species of monkeys, two types of sloth, and even jaguars and tapirs. For those who enjoy creepy-crawly bugs, amphibians, and reptiles, there are plenty of these too. Costa Rica is home to a large number of tree frogs, butterflies, lizards, sea turtles, and over 35,000 species of insects.Due to the warm climate of Costa Rica, animals are mostly seen at dawn and dusk when the daytime temperature is at its coolest. Also, if staying outside of a large city, seeing exotic birds and animals becomes a natural occurrence, and sometimes an intimate up-close-and-personal one. For the most part, in areas where people are frequently present, animals in Costa Rica become accustomed to humans and are less skittish. This is most evident among the monkey population, particularly the Capuchin monkeys, who have made a habit out of stealing unattended food.
Sadly, there are several species of Costa Rica animals that are on the endangered species list. This include the leatherback sea turtles, the squirrel monkey, the jaguar, and both the great green and the scarlet macaw. The Costa Rican people and government are striving to save their wildlife.Costa Rica wildlife is very important to Costa Ricans, more commonly called Ticos. Ticos take a lot of pride in their country, and that includes the animals in Costa Rica. Their pride in their wildlife makes them want to show them off, while protecting them and educating others about their conservation. Costa Rica wildlife tours are an important aspect to a Costa Rica vacation. These tours can be taken as bird-watching tours through the trees of the Costa Rican rainforest, sea turtle tours along the Costa Rican beaches, or even monkey-watching tours. Costa Rica wildlife tours have become very popular, are mostly inexpensive, and can usually be booked by CR Tropical Properties Concierge. It is important, while visiting Costa Rica, to respect this diverse country’s efforts to conserve their natural resources. Whether endangered or not, caution should be taken when in contact with Costa Rica animals. It is important to follow rules set up by area authorities and guides on Costa Rica wildlife tours for personal safety, as well as the safety of the animals in Costa Rica. It is easy and fun to observe Costa Rica wildlife responsibly.
13 Things You Didn’t Know About Howler Monkeys
Even though everyone recognizes a howler monkey but its picture or is aware of its amazing howl. We really know very little about this creature.
Here are some fast facts to help you connect better with it. And if you’re visiting Costa Rica, chances are, you will not only connect with it through paper, but up close and personal!
1. Howler monkeys are the largest of all new world monkeys
2. They are native to Central and South America
3. They can live in altitudes as high as 2,500 meters above sea level
4. They can grow as long as 92 cm, excluding their tails which can grow to equal size.
5. Their tails are prehensile, meaning they can hold, grasp and manipulate items with it
6. They can live up to 20 years
7. Males grow up to 7 kg and females only 5 kg
8. Their incredible howl can be heard more than 1 km away
9. The howls usually come sunrise, sunset, at people, airplanes, rain and thunder, or other howlers
10. By 12 weeks old, a howler is ready to leave his troop, which can range in size from 10-20 howlers
11. Females become sexually active by 3 years old
12. Howlers are extremely common in Costa Rican Forests
13. Howlers are picky foragers. They only eat certain parts of certain trees and only a certain amount
Corcovado National Park is the host of a lot of Howler Monkeys and I advise you not to poke them too much!
Costa Rica offers common anglers and world-class fishermen an opportunity to fish for both small and large game fish. We have compiled a list of the most common and well-known fish you will find while here on your trip. This will allow you to identify some of the fish that you might catch.Based upon the type of fishing that you will be doing will determine which of these fish you are more likely to catch. Some of them are well-known to spend more of their time in the shallow water while others typically remain in deeper areas. Based upon the time of year will determine which species of fish is located both in shallow or deeper water.You can use either artificial lures, cut bait, and also live bait for many of the fish listed below. Some of them will be caught from fishing right on the bottom while others you will be jigging just a few feet off of the bottom both in shallow and deep water. With the use of a fish locator or trial and error you will also find schools sometimes suspended somewhere in between.
Some of the larger game fish are usually caught while deep-sea fishing trolling at a fairly rapid rate with a good-sized lure or maybe some live bait like shad. Some other common bait used is shrimp, or squid once again typically for fishing on the bottom or in some situations from the beach, some rocks, or off a pier.
By the A.M. Costa Rica staff
A development firm said Wednesday it had
finished a concept project to advance plans
for a 302-hectare adventure theme park near
Parrita on the central pacific coast.
The firm, DCL Property Developers, said
that the park will include more than 15
amenities, tours and rides for the visitors, and
make of this project the most ambitious and
complete adventure attraction in the Central
American region. The park will be called La
Chonta Costa Rica, Natural & Eco Adventure
Park.
Javier Segura, general manager of DLC, said
that this is about a $40 million project that
will provide more than 100 direct jobs and as
many as 500 indirect jobs.
Parallel to the delivery of the concept, DLC’s
sister company, DCL Realty Consultants, has
received the first set of offers for the $24
million financing that La Chonta Adventure
Park will need for its preoperative and
construction stage. Those offers came from
the firm’s own financial sources in the United
States, he said.
Segura explained that the concept includes all
the feasibility and other studies that move the
project closer to construction.
He said that the park will feature an aerial
tram, a 500-meter (1,640-foot) zip line,
electric buggies and accommodations,
including a luxury camping area.
He said that the park will bring to one
location many of the adventure experiences
that are typical of Costa Rica. However, there
also will be walkways for those who prefer
not to become involved with the adventure
experiences.
One goal is to keep the finished part
environmentally friendly, he said.
The area of 302 hectares is about 746 acres.
Segura said that his firms were able to secure
financing despite the lending situation in the
United States, although he did agree that for
several months financing was on hold. The
name of the firm that will own the park is
being kept confidential until more progress is
made, Segura said.
By the A.M. Costa Rica staff
A development firm said Wednesday it had finished a concept project to advance plans for a 302-hectare adventure theme park near Parrita on the central pacific coast.
The firm, DCL Property Developers, said that the park will include more than 15 amenities, tours and rides for the visitors, and make of this project the most ambitious and complete adventure attraction in the Central American region. The park will be called La Chonta Costa Rica, Natural & Eco Adventure Park.
Javier Segura, general manager of DLC, said that this is about a $40 million project that will provide more than 100 direct jobs and as many as 500 indirect jobs.
Parallel to the delivery of the concept, DLC’s sister company, DCL Realty Consultants, has received the first set of offers for the $24 million financing that La Chonta Adventure Park will need for its preoperative and construction stage. Those offers came from the firm’s own financial sources in the United States, he said.
Segura explained that the concept includes all the feasibility and other studies that move the project closer to construction.
He said that the park will feature an aerial tram, a 500-meter (1,640-foot) zip line, electric buggies and accommodations, including a luxury camping area.
He said that the park will bring to one location many of the adventure experiences that are typical of Costa Rica. However, there also will be walkways for those who prefer not to become involved with the adventure experiences.
One goal is to keep the finished part environmentally friendly, he said.
The area of 302 hectares is about 746 acres. Segura said that his firms were able to secure financing despite the lending situation in the United States, although he did agree that for several months financing was on hold. The name of the firm that will own the park is being kept confidential until more progress is made, Segura said.
Many people have dreamed of owning property in Costa Rica. This small Central American country used to be known for great deals on real estate with close proximity to the Pacific Ocean. While the US was experiencing a huge surge in prices the demand for property in Costa Rica grew tremendously due to the affordable pricing compared to similar properties in the US.
There are still great deals in Costa Rica and you still get more for your money than you would anywhere in North America, although property values continue to rise especially in the luxury home market.
One developer is keeping in line with the tradition of affordable coastal luxury home in Costa Rica.
CR Tropical properties recently announced a new line of affordable housing within their Las Palmas and Emerald Dunes communities. This new line of homes is helping many afford their dream of owning luxury coastal property near Manuel Antonio and Quespos.
CR Tropical Properties, LTDA has put together some of the best architects and builders Central America has to offer. They have designed several spacious, well appointed models to open up the market to people who are more budget conscious.
The custom homes will offer all the amenities and high end materials as their estate sized, high end counterparts.
CR Tropical Properties has allocated a very limited amount of their land to build this line of houses. They have vowed to maintain the integrity and property values of their more expensive estates by only accepting orders for a small number of these budget homes.
This project is extremely limited and due to the pricing will sell out fast. Contact CR Tropical Properties today for more information and live the dream in Costa Rica. Pura Vida!
Many people come to Costa Rica to experience the wonder and beauty of the tropical rain forest. Many of those same people fall in love with the foliage and wildlife and in turn purchase a vacation or retirement home in this ecologically friendly country.
CR Tropical Properties first concern is to preserve the natural landscape and wildlife habitats that exist on their development projects. You will find hundreds of species of plants and flowers in Las Palmas gated community as well as Emerald Dunes built by CR Tropical Properties.
The developers at CR Tropical Properties did extensive research before breaking ground and continued to modify their plans as they built to preserve as many trees, plants and wildlife habitats as possible.
It is not uncommon to spot monkeys, iguanas and countless species of tropical birds on this sprawling property in the foothills of the mountains outside of Damas on the central pacific coast of Costa Rica.
CR Tropical Properties has enlisted the services of top architects to deliver home designs that not only blend in with the mountainside, but afford spectacular views of all the area has to offer.
CR Tropical Properties offers a portfolio of home designs with large floor to ceiling windows that allow residents spectacular views of the mountains or Pacific Ocean.
Since the outdoors is so much a part of the Pura Vida lifestyle, large decks and patios surround most of the models.
CR Tropical Properties creates a relaxing and serene atmosphere nestled in the mountains of Costa Rica. Clean air, beautiful beaches and breathtaking scenery is what people come to Costa Rica for. CR Tropical Properties offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise perfectly executed and reasonable priced.
For the first time in CR Tropical Properties history, every house on the property was occupied during the month of February! This is great news for current and future home owners in the Las Palmas and Emerald Dunes communities.
The height of the Costa Rican travel season brought tremendous interest in the upscale vacation rentals available from CR Tropical Properties. The CR Tropical Properties team did a great job making sure that everyone enjoyed their stay.
Many of our guests enjoyed fishing excursions where the marlin was plentiful. Others relaxed by their pools and enjoyed breathtaking views of the mountains and ocean.
This season is a testament to what is to come for the future homeowners at CR Tropical Properties. More construction continues on homes and more demand is being seen for luxury rentals. The proximity to Manuel Antonio National Park and Marina Pez Vela in Quepos is driving demand for rental properties at the CR Tropical developments.
The developers at CR Tropical Properties still have a few prime lots available for construction. Inquiries and reservations for vacation homes are coming in regularly and there is a need for more homes.
New designs are in the works now to make home ownership more affordable with CR Tropical Properties. These new additions are expected to increase sales dramatically so it is important to act now before they are sold out.
