Hidden Natural Treasure of the Pacific Ocean
The first group of hammerhead sharks came straight toward us. They were three to four meters long and their self-confident approach caused us to take cover behind overhanging rocks 25 meters below the surface. Soon after, a congregation of about 50 hammerheads passed directly above us, just meters away. We remained motionless and held our breath.
Within a few moments, we were
surrounded. It was a sight that commanded our respect. Their massive gray and white bodies moved nimbly while their black eyes scanned the deep blue depths of the ocean. When we were sure they had gone, we left our hiding place More...
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Queen of the Tropical Fruits |
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One of the first fruits the conquistadores encountered when entering the More... |
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A Costa Rican Imprint on Milan’s La Scala Theatre |
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It’s a bright, sunny day in the bustling city of Milan, More... |
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Freshwater SwimmerFreshwater Swimmer |
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The spectacled caiman takes its name from the bony ridge near More... |
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Escape to the Wonders of the Tropical Rainforest |
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A sound similar to deep breathing captured our attention as we More... |
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14 Jan - 26 Jan |
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5 Feb - 15 Feb |
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14 Feb - 14 Feb |
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El Poró-Poró (Cochlospermum vitifolium) is a tree commonly found on the Pacific coast. These trees lose their leaves in December and early January, right before the flowering season, an amazing spectacle that leaves behind only their yellow flowers. Their pollen is More... |
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In January, newly born Jabirú (Jabiru mycteria), a long stork common throughout the Americas, may be observed throughout the country. The best places to spot these birds, whose adults reach 382 inches in length and weigh up to six kilograms, include More... |
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