The scarlet macaw once occupied 85% of the country. Now, they have almost completely vanished and would be extinct from Costa Rica if not for the conservationists actively rebuilding their habitat.

However, a recent study has shown that two genetically distinct groups of macaws are isolated by a mountain range in Costa ...

The control and surveillance device that will be activated from December 21, 2024 and will end on January 5, 2025, aims to prevent the extraction, hu ...

The great powers are taking an almost unprecedented interest in the region, and the reinstatement of Costa Rica’s army is no ...

Ticos (as Costa Ricans call themselves ... Commercially valuable wild species such as scarlet macaws, capuchin monkeys, and green iguanas have been vigorously protected in their habitats. But the new ...

situated on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, has undertaken critical initiatives to protect terrestrial and marine biodiversity. Projects are underway to reintroduce scarlet macaws, revive coral reefs ...

A haven for wildlife enthusiasts, Costa Rica offers an unparalleled ... home to over 300 bird species including the distinct scarlet macaw, the vocal purple-throated fruitcrow and the endangered ...