Costa Rica
Anhinga
Their name means snake bird
Fulvous Whistling Duck
They build a ramp from their nest, which leads to a nearby water source
Moonglow Boa
Moonglow boas are the result of mixing three genetic traits.
Whitetail Deer
White-tail deer are good swimmers
Yellowthroat
They forage near the ground, searching leaves for insects
Zebra Tarantula
They can stay hidden in their burrows for months!
Upland Sandpiper
They make jerky movements as they walk through the grass, searching for food.
Brazilian Treehopper
They feed on tree sap!
Blue Tanager (Blue-Grey Tanager)
They travel and forage in pairs or groups
Yellow Tanager (Black-and-Yellow Tanager)
They swallow soft fruit whole
Northern Harrier
They can reach speeds of 25 Mph but prefer to soar low and slow.
Eastern Meadowlark
They can live up to 9 years.
Wattled Jacana
They are typically noisy birds but take on a soft tone with their young.
Herring Gull
They are loud, spirited birds with raucous cries that sound like bursts of laughter.
Cedar Waxwing
Their feathers have red, waxy tips that can be hard to identify unless you’re up close.
Jabiru
They form lifelong pair bonds and live in groups near water sources.