Costa Rica
A small country in Central America with rainforests, beaches, and many animals.
What is it?
Costa Rica is a country in Central America, between Nicaragua and Panama. It has a lot of biodiversity — many different plants and animals live there. The Southern Cantil snake lives in the dry forests and savannas of northwestern Costa Rica. Other animals include howler monkeys, toucans, and sloths.
Why it matters
Costa Rica is known for its national parks and conservation efforts. Protecting its habitats helps save species like the Southern Cantil.
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