Spider Monkey, Costa Rica - information, where to see it, and photos
Spider Monkey, Costa Rica - information, where to see it, and photos: "Habitat
Spider monkeys tend to stay high off the ground in the canopy of tropical forests.
Range
The genus of spider monkeys ranges from Southern Tamaulipas in Mexico to Mato Grosso in Brazil. This species formerly was abundant all over Costa Rica and was more abundant in many parts of Central America. Now, due to hunting and deforestation, it is restricted to areas with patches of forest large enough to sustain its troop size. How intensively it was and is hunted depends on the area of Central America; but because it is one of the largest New World primate species, it is more vulnerable to hunting.
National Parks
Santa Rosa National Park, La Selva, Corcovado National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve; may also be found in San Vito.
Physical Description
This species contains 9 subspecies based on color variation; the color of the back, shoulders, and tail varies from blonde to black depending on subspecies. Costa Rica is home to 2 of these subspecies: A. g. ornatus in the north and A. g. panamensis in the south; this latter subspecies is darker with a reddish brown trunk and back legs, and black tail, forelegs, and the top of its head and shoulders."
Spider monkeys tend to stay high off the ground in the canopy of tropical forests.
Range
The genus of spider monkeys ranges from Southern Tamaulipas in Mexico to Mato Grosso in Brazil. This species formerly was abundant all over Costa Rica and was more abundant in many parts of Central America. Now, due to hunting and deforestation, it is restricted to areas with patches of forest large enough to sustain its troop size. How intensively it was and is hunted depends on the area of Central America; but because it is one of the largest New World primate species, it is more vulnerable to hunting.
National Parks
Santa Rosa National Park, La Selva, Corcovado National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve; may also be found in San Vito.
Physical Description
This species contains 9 subspecies based on color variation; the color of the back, shoulders, and tail varies from blonde to black depending on subspecies. Costa Rica is home to 2 of these subspecies: A. g. ornatus in the north and A. g. panamensis in the south; this latter subspecies is darker with a reddish brown trunk and back legs, and black tail, forelegs, and the top of its head and shoulders."
Costa Rica Spiders and Insects « Eco Interactive Costa Rica
Costa Rica Insects "Of course, there are a host of unfriendly bugs that also exist in Costa Rica. Chiggers, wasps, bees, ticks, mosquitoes, and the famous “no-see-ums.” All of these common insects can inflict irritating bites on humans. Responsible use of insect repellent (spraying or applying it away from others who might not want to inhale its fumes as you apply it) or lightweight, long sleeve shirts and pants can help eliminate most of these types of bites.
Visitors will be pleasantly entertained by the variety of butterflies that flutter by and by their differences in size and color. There are sting-less bees, insects that mimic leaves, caterpillars with crazy hairs and spines, huge bioluminescent beetles that make lightening bugs look like specs of dust, spiders that make their homes in burrows and then make a door out of debris, hinging it with silk. These trap-door spiders can open and close their door at will and can keep it closed with force by using their legs and fangs to keep it shut. There are tail-less whip scorpions that do not sting, and butterflies with clear wings that you can see through. Costa Rica is also home to the strongest creature on earth…the Hercules Beetle."
Visitors will be pleasantly entertained by the variety of butterflies that flutter by and by their differences in size and color. There are sting-less bees, insects that mimic leaves, caterpillars with crazy hairs and spines, huge bioluminescent beetles that make lightening bugs look like specs of dust, spiders that make their homes in burrows and then make a door out of debris, hinging it with silk. These trap-door spiders can open and close their door at will and can keep it closed with force by using their legs and fangs to keep it shut. There are tail-less whip scorpions that do not sting, and butterflies with clear wings that you can see through. Costa Rica is also home to the strongest creature on earth…the Hercules Beetle."
Costa Rica Spiders and Insects « Eco Interactive Costa Rica
Costa Rica Spiders and Insects « Eco Interactive Costa Rica: "What makes Costa Rica so special is its species density (number of species per unit area). Costa Rica possesses about 5% of the total world’s biodiversity. Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity extends into the insect world. There are more than 800,000 species of insects on earth. Costa Rica is home to more than 34,000 of these, while many thousands more await identification."
Costa Rican retirement
Costa Rican retirement: "Discover 'la dolce vita' in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a country with amazing natural wonders. It boasts a higher biodiversity than in the USA and Europe combined. You will find idyllic beaches, mystical cloud forests and stunning mountains. Costa Rica is also one of the most environmentally friendliest countries on earth. San José might be the most cosmopolitan city in central america, with many amenities but with the growing population the slums are rising too. One of the most popular beach cities in Costa Rica is Tamarindo. If you prefer cooler climate and are a tree lover Monteverde is right for you. Puerto Viejo and Montezuma offer real affordable Costa Rican lifestyle."
Costa Rica is a country with amazing natural wonders. It boasts a higher biodiversity than in the USA and Europe combined. You will find idyllic beaches, mystical cloud forests and stunning mountains. Costa Rica is also one of the most environmentally friendliest countries on earth. San José might be the most cosmopolitan city in central america, with many amenities but with the growing population the slums are rising too. One of the most popular beach cities in Costa Rica is Tamarindo. If you prefer cooler climate and are a tree lover Monteverde is right for you. Puerto Viejo and Montezuma offer real affordable Costa Rican lifestyle."
Costa Rica Travel Guide, Tips & Hotel Reviews
Costa Rica Travel Guide, Tips & Hotel Reviews: "Costa Rica's Volcanoes & Wildlife Tours
Start your tour of Costa Rica with between 5 to 7 days exploring the mainland. Many tour operators offer an excellent three or four night package from the capital, San Jose, that visit both Arenal volcano and Monteverde cloudforest. Arenal is a constantly erupting volcano a few hours from San Jose - if ever you wanted to witness a volcanic eruption, this is one place where you're almost guaranteed to see one (unless the weather prevents it). Nearby Monteverde Cloudforest provides easy access to rainforest that is excellent for wildlife viewing, nature trails, birdwatching, jungle canopy zip lines and has a range of fine jungle lodges.
Those particularly keen on adventure tours and wildlife might consider also visiting Tortuguero National Park. Tortugero, on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast, combines beaches with wildife viewing perfectly. Tortugera is well known as a turtle nesting site, but there is a host of other wildlife viewing opportunities in addition. Corcovado National Park is an alternative area excellent for wildlife vacations in Costa Rica."
Start your tour of Costa Rica with between 5 to 7 days exploring the mainland. Many tour operators offer an excellent three or four night package from the capital, San Jose, that visit both Arenal volcano and Monteverde cloudforest. Arenal is a constantly erupting volcano a few hours from San Jose - if ever you wanted to witness a volcanic eruption, this is one place where you're almost guaranteed to see one (unless the weather prevents it). Nearby Monteverde Cloudforest provides easy access to rainforest that is excellent for wildlife viewing, nature trails, birdwatching, jungle canopy zip lines and has a range of fine jungle lodges.
Those particularly keen on adventure tours and wildlife might consider also visiting Tortuguero National Park. Tortugero, on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast, combines beaches with wildife viewing perfectly. Tortugera is well known as a turtle nesting site, but there is a host of other wildlife viewing opportunities in addition. Corcovado National Park is an alternative area excellent for wildlife vacations in Costa Rica."
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