A Rare Marine Partnership Surprises Researchers on the Osa Coast
A rare observation made on the Osa Peninsula has provided scientists with an unusual glimpse into the relationship between two marine species. Researchers observed an olive ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) coming ashore to nest while carrying a common remora (Remora remora) attached to its shell. What made the observation particularly remarkable was that the […]
New Births Offer Hope for the Conservation of the Jabiru in Costa Rica
The jabiru, one of the most emblematic birds of Costa Rica’s wetlands, has recorded another breeding season that provides valuable information about the status of its population. The latest national monitoring carried out by the Universidad Estatal a Distancia (UNED) confirmed nine active nests and 19 chicks during the 2026 breeding season. The study also […]
A New Solar Giant Begins to Take Shape in Guanacaste
Guanacaste has taken another step forward in the expansion of solar energy in Costa Rica. On July 22, 2026, construction began on the Abangares Photovoltaic Solar Project, a joint initiative between the Costa Rican Electricity Institute (ICE) and CoopeGuanacaste that will become the country’s largest solar power plant by installed capacity. Located in Colorado de […]
Monteverde Earns Global Recognition for Excellence in Conservation
The Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve has reached a new milestone for conservation in Costa Rica by becoming the country’s first protected area to be included on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Green List. This international recognition highlights protected areas that demonstrate outstanding management and measurable success in conserving biodiversity. More than […]
Giant Otters Swim Free Again in Argentina After Nearly Four Decades
A historic milestone for South American wildlife conservation Argentina has achieved a major conservation milestone with the release of a family of giant otters (Pteronura brasiliensis) into Gran Iberá Park, in the province of Corrientes. It is the country’s first successful reintroduction of a locally extinct mammal and one of the most ambitious wildlife restoration […]
Panama Moves Forward with a New Agreement to Strengthen Marine Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainability
An international commitment to protect ocean ecosystems Panama will implement an agreement aimed at strengthening the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity as part of its efforts to protect ocean ecosystems and promote responsible management of natural resources. The initiative seeks to encourage conservation actions, scientific research, and cooperation related to marine environments, which […]
Authorities to Review Possible Unauthorized Construction Within a Biological Corridor in Costa Rica’s Southern Region
An investigation seeks to determine whether environmental impacts occurred The Office of the Comptroller General of the Republic (CGR) has requested a review into the possible existence of construction activities carried out without the required permits within a biological corridor located in Costa Rica’s Southern Region. The decision follows an analysis of information related to […]
White-Lipped Peccary Returns to Strengthen Ecological Restoration in a National Park in Southern Costa Rica
A key species returns to its natural habitat After more than fifteen years of absence, the white-lipped peccary (Tayassu pecari) has been reintroduced into Piedras Blancas National Park, located in southern Costa Rica. The initiative is part of a broader ecological restoration effort aimed at restoring a species considered essential to the health and balance […]
Costa Rican Initiative Showcases Nature-Based Urban Solutions at the World Biodiversity Forum
A Costa Rican project earns international recognition An environmental initiative developed in Costa Rica was selected from hundreds of international proposals to be presented at the World Biodiversity Forum (WBF) in Davos, Switzerland. The selection highlights the growing international recognition of projects that combine biodiversity conservation, scientific research, and sustainable urban development. The project, known […]
Ancient sea turtle fossils reveal new clues about the evolution of the oceans
A discovery that expands our understanding of the marine past The discovery of ancient sea turtle fossils along the coast of Chile is providing new insights into the evolution of these remarkable reptiles and the marine ecosystems that existed millions of years ago. The fossil remains, studied by paleontologists, are helping researchers reconstruct what the […]
