Exotic Animals from Africa Seized in Pérez Zeledón
Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) conducted coordinated raids on three commercial establishments in Pérez Zeledón following reports of illegal wildlife sales. The operation, carried out on August 12, 2025, resulted in the seizure of several exotic species prohibited under national law. Seized Species Authorities confiscated a range of animals, including: None of the animals […]
A Lifeline for the Planet: The World Unites to Invest $200 Billion a Year in Nature
In a landmark move for global conservation, the world has formalized a historic agreement to mobilize $200 billion per year for biodiversity by 2030. This isn’t just another line item in a global budget; it’s a crucial investment in the planet’s health and our own economic future. Framed within the ambitious Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, […]
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 […]
Humpback Migration Culminates in Annual Cetacean Festival
Each year, the protected marine environment of Costa Rica’s Marino Ballena National Park becomes the stage for a critical biological event: the peak of the Antarctic humpback whale migration. The annual Whale & Dolphin Festival, held this year from September 5-7, 2025, marks the prime observation period for this and other cetacean species. Primary Species: […]
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 […]