Coris Valley Wetland: Technical Delimitation Secures 130 Hectares of Critical Hydrological and Biological Habitat
In a significant move for applied conservation, Costa Rica’s National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) has issued a technical resolution (ACC-SINAC-P-RES-050-2025) officially delimiting 130 hectares of vital wetland in the Coris Valley, Cartago. This declaration provides long-overdue legal recognition to an ecosystem whose immense value lies in its dual function: ensuring water security for the […]
Attack on Marine Biologist at Isla del Coco Highlights the Challenges of Research in Costa Rica’s Oceans
A Mexican marine biologist was seriously injured after being attacked by a shark of approximately four meters while conducting fieldwork in the waters surrounding Isla del Coco. The incident, which took place over the weekend, required a rescue operation of more than 36 hours that involved coordination between park rangers, the Costa Rican coast guard, […]
Biological Corridors: Weaving Costa Rica’s Web of Life
For decades, Costa Rica has been celebrated for its world-class system of national parks, often seen as pristine islands of conservation. But in an increasingly developed world, these islands are not enough. To ensure the long-term survival of its wildlife, the country is pioneering a crucial strategy: the National Biological Corridors Program (PNCB). This article […]
PSA Biodiversity Plus: The Next Evolution of Costa Rica’s Conservation Model
Costa Rica is globally recognized as a pioneer in conservation, largely thanks to its revolutionary Payment for Environmental Services (PES) program, which helped the nation reverse deforestation and double its forest cover. Now, the country is taking another visionary step forward. This article explores the PSA Biodiversity Plus program, the next evolution of Costa Rica’s […]
The Forest is Calling: La Marta Refuge Seeks Volunteers to Protect a Natural Treasure in Costa Rica
Deep within the green heart of Costa Rica, a powerful call is echoing through 1,500 hectares of primary and secondary forest: a call for guardians. The La Marta Wildlife Refuge, a sanctuary of immense biodiversity and unique history, has officially opened its volunteer program, inviting nature lovers from both Costa Rica and around the world […]
Constitutional Court Annuls Increase in Visitor Capacity at Corcovado National Park
The Constitutional Court has delivered a landmark ruling that resonates throughout the conservation community in Costa Rica and around the world: the decision to increase the number of visitors to Corcovado National Park has been annulled. This judgment is more than just a legal procedure; it is a powerful defense of one of the planet’s […]
Ecological Succession and Biodiversity in the Reopened Poás Volcano National Park
The reopening of Poás Volcano National Park on July 30, 2025, represents a significant event not only for tourism but also for ecological observation. While the geological power of its main crater is the primary draw, the park serves as a crucial high-altitude biological corridor and a living laboratory for studying ecological succession and species […]