Costa Rica Project Featured by National Geographic Among the World’s Top Conservation Initiatives
Global recognition for conservation A Costa Rican environmental initiative was highlighted by National Geographic among the six best conservation projects in the world worth traveling for, in editorial content linked to Earth Day 2026. The selection showcases initiatives focused on species recovery and natural heritage protection across different regions of the globe. Alongside Costa Rica, […]
Costa Rica Faces Drier, Hotter 2026 with Uneven Start to Rainy Season
National weather projections by IMN Costa Rica is expected to enter the 2026 rainy season with an irregular onset and overall below-normal rainfall in many regions, according to projections from the Instituto Meteorológico Nacional (IMN). While the first rains may occur between April and May, as is typical, they are not expected to consolidate uniformly […]
Costa Rica Strengthens Training of Authorities for the Handling of Rescued and Seized Wildlife
Technical training to protect wildlife Costa Rican authorities from various institutions took part in a series of specialized workshops designed to improve the safe and humane handling of wild animals that are rescued or seized in cases of illegal trafficking or risk situations. The initiative was organized by Humane World for Animals Costa Rica in […]
Rescued flamingo in Limón survives against the odds but will remain in human care
Story of the rescued flamingo An American flamingo rescued in Limón in June 2025 continues to show signs of recovery under the care of the Jaguar Rescue Center, a wildlife rehabilitation center in Costa Rica. The bird was initially found in Valle de la Estrella in very poor condition — weak, underweight, hypothermic, and diagnosed […]
Partial Crater Wall Collapse at Poás Volcano After Recent Eruption
Details of the recent volcanic activity A volcanic eruption recorded on April 10, 2026, at Parque Nacional Volcán Poás caused significant changes to the crater’s morphology. According to the Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica (Ovsicori), a technical inspection revealed that a section of the southwestern inner crater wall collapsed, losing approximately 23 meters […]
A global model from Costa Rica: biological corridors as a strategy to protect biodiversity
Costa Rica has established itself as one of the most innovative countries in environmental conservation. Beyond its national parks, the country has developed a key strategy: the creation of biological corridors. This approach connects fragmented ecosystems and stands as a model that can be replicated worldwide. What is a biological corridor and why is it […]
Costa Rica promotes ocean education through a new digital platform
An initiative to bring the ocean closer to the public Costa Rica recently launched an innovative digital platform focused on marine education and conservation, aiming to bring ocean knowledge closer to students, teachers, and the general public. The project, known as Costa Rica Azul, was introduced as an interactive tool that allows users to explore […]
Heavy rains trigger emergency response measures in Limón
Intense rainfall impacts communities in Costa Rica’s Caribbean region Recent heavy rains in the province of Limón have caused flooding and disruptions in several communities along Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, prompting authorities to activate emergency response and monitoring protocols. According to official reports, the affected areas include Pueblo Nuevo, Envaco, La Colina, Cieneguita, and Villa […]
Costa Rica moves toward eliminating fipronil to protect bees
A judicial decision with environmental and health impact Costa Rica’s Constitutional Chamber issued a ruling that marks a turning point in the regulation of agrochemicals in the country: it ordered the removal from the market of all insecticides containing fipronil, after confirming their negative impact on bee populations. The ruling responds to a constitutional appeal […]
MINAE Develops Regulation to Govern the Possession of Macaws in Captivity
Progress in standards for the protection and management of macaws The Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE) is working on the creation of a specific regulation to govern the possession of macaws in captivity. The goal is to harmonize the protection of these species with responsible management practices and animal welfare, always adhering to scientific […]
