11Oct 24
Coco Island is a natural treasure located in the Pacific Ocean, some 341 km off the west coast of Costa Rica. Known for its exceptional biodiversity and crystal-clear waters, this little piece of land lost in the middle of the Pacific is often described as a paradise for divers and nature lovers. It’s also surrounded…
17Aug 23
Near Uvita, in the south of Costa Rica, local residents and friends of the Reserva Playa Tortuga have been working for several months to preserve the turtles’ egg-laying grounds, and ultimately to save the turtles themselves. Despite legal action and the publication of rulings, the authorities are having difficulty enforcing the law. Lack of manpower…
10Aug 23
A group of scientists aboard Captain Dr. Erik Cordes’ vessel Falkor have discovered eight new marine species of animals and four of corals in an underwater mountain near Coco Island. No wonder! This hard-to-reach island, a scuba diver’s dream, boasts an ultra-dense and diverse biodiversity. Marine species, land animals, birds, terrestrial and marine vegetation, life…
09Aug 23
The Blue Flag Program is one of a number of initiatives involving the public sector to protect ecosystems. Protecting the environment is not only vital for all living organisms, but also politically and economically important for Costa Rica. The result is a buoyant tourism market, the country’s main source of revenue. The Blue Flag Program…
