To do in the region

Biological Corridors help to reinforce biodiversity

A biological corridor is the set of habitats necessary for the accomplishment of the life cycles (reproduction, growth, refuge, eat, drink, hunt, etc.) of a species that are functionally linked together. Road, house, deforestation, fire, can destroy those corridors putting species at high risk in certain areas.  

It is important that we realize that just cutting a tree could break a corridor and seriously bother animals like monkeys that always use the same path to get to the place they need to go to survive. When a biological corridor is broken, animals are forced to crossroads, put themselves in danger or get in the city which can lead to their death. It is a real threat to wildlife and all the balance of the ecosystem. 

Costa Rica and the SINAC rely a lot on preserving those areas to maintain biodiversity, which is one of the main reasons tourists like to travel to Costa Rica. The general objective is to create those corridors to link protected areas together to help reinforce biodiversity. 

 

Some countries started to build man-made biological corridors to permit species to cross large highways or urban areas. While it takes some time for wildlife to use those structures, cameras have seen them using it and it is a huge step in the right direction to protect biodiversity. 

Forest fires are also a real threat to biological corridors, and as we entered the dry season the SINAC indicated that with the implementation of the system of permanent alert, the fire will be monitored with satellites, towers, and field inspection. Furthermore, more than 950 firefighters are ready to intervene nationwide. The awareness of the population is also a very important aspect to prevent forest fires and the campaign “A summer without forest fires” has been put in place. Be aware that March and April are the more critical months, but caution must be observed through all the dry season.  

Protection of those corridors is not only the government's responsibility, everyone should know about the importance of those and think of the consequences of cutting a tree, making a fire, building houses, resort, etc. It is our responsibility to get knowledge of those important corridors for biodiversity, tourism, business, the country, and the planet. 

Ghyslain Durand, Canada

If you want to know more about Ghyslain thoughs, please check www.ghyslaindurand.com

Los corredores biológicos ayudan a conservar la biodiversidad

Un corredor biológico es el conjunto de hábitats necesarios para la realización de los ciclos de vida (reproducción, crecimiento, refugio, comer, beber, cazar, etc.) de una especie que está funcionalmente vinculados.

La carreteras, la casa, la desforestación, el fuego pueden destruir esos corredores y poner a las especies en alto riesgo en ciertas áreas. Es importante que nos demos cuenta de que solo cortar un árbol podría romper un corredor y molestar seriamente a los animales como los monos que siempre usan el mismo camino para llegar al lugar que necesitan para sobrevivir.

Cuando se rompe un corredor biológico, los animales se ven obligados a cruzar, ponerse en peligro o entrar en la ciudad, lo que puede conducir a su muerte. Es una amenaza real para la vida silvestre y todo el equilibrio del ecosistema.

Costa Rica y el SINAC dependen mucho de la preservación de esas áreas para mantener la biodiversidad, que es una de las principales razones por las que a los turistas les gusta viajar a Costa Rica. El objetivo general es crear esos corredores para unir las áreas protegidas para ayudar a reforzar la biodiversidad.

Algunos países comenzaron a construir corredores biológicos artificiales para permitir que las especies crucen grandes carreteras o áreas urbanas. Si bien la vida silvestre necesita algo de tiempo para usar esas estructuras, las cámaras las han visto usarlas y es un gran paso en la dirección correcta para proteger la biodiversidad.

Los incendios forestales también son una amenaza real para los corredores biológicos, y cuando entramos en la estación seca, el SINAC indicó que con la implementación del sistema de alerta permanente, el incendio será monitoreado con satélites, torres e inspección de campo. Además, más de 950 bomberos están listos para intervenir en todo el país.

La conciencia de la población también es un aspecto muy importante para prevenir incendios forestales y se ha puesto en marcha la campaña "Un verano sin incendios forestales". Tenga en cuenta que marzo y abril son los meses más críticos, pero se debe tener precaución durante toda la estación seca.

La protección de esos corredores no es solo responsabilidad del gobierno, todos deben saber sobre la importancia de esos y pensar en las consecuencias de cortar un árbol, hacer un incendio, construir casas, resorts, etc.

Es nuestra responsabilidad conocer esos importantes corredores para la biodiversidad, el turismo, los negocios, el país y el planeta.

Ghyslain Durand, Canadá

Si desea saber más acerca de los pensamientos de Ghyslain, visite www.ghyslaindurand.com

Montezuma Waterfalls day off !

 

 

Costa Rica´s Salt Water Crocodiles

Reserva Biologica Curu

Costa Rica first Private Reserve area for conservation"Curu National Wildlife Refuge"

Love to Travel =)

“Once a year, go someplace you've never been before.” Dalai Lama

 

 “Una vez al año, ve algún lugar que nunca has estado antes” Dalai Lama

 

“Una vez al año, ve algún lugar que nunca has estado antes” Dalai Lama

Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in the Santa Teresa- Malpais

Snorkeling Ecotours

Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in the Santa Teresa- Malpais area are fun and safe activities.

It just takes a mask and you can explore the tide pools to find the closest reef formations on the local beach which are revealed during when low tide

The nearby Tortuga Islands also known as Turtle Islands are one of the most beautiful ecological paradises in the golf of the Nicoya Peninsula and a must for ocean lovers.

Enjoy nature’s best swimming in crystal waters with schools of tropical color fish and observe the giant manta rays and sea turtles.

Over the unique Manzanillo Beach, reef formations are large and home of a rich ecosystem full of a wide diversity of marine life you can explore.

Charters leave daily to the Tortuga Islands to for a full day tour. Private tours can be arranged for honeymooners or big groups.

Sport Fishing

The Santa Teresa /Mal Pais area is one of the top destinations in the world for sport fishing. The diversity of the waters on the tip of Nicoya´speninsulaare perfect for experienced anglers looking for the fish of a life time or adventure amateurs who are just looking for an Eco friendly vacation time.

In deep ocean tours, we go to know feeding areas home of big game IGFA World Records, where the pelagic Marlin and Sailfish are the most wanted ones.

 

In Santa Teresa, next to Cabo Blanco ecological paradise, Mother Nature shows are magnificent in abundance and sometimes unexpected. A Humpback whale jumps just right next to the boat and the schools of dolphin follow, a turtle or Manta ray are things that can change the daily plans.

Every year, large schools of Sardines are driven into the shadow waters during their migration, so close to shore, that form one of the most beautiful happenings.

The pelicans and seagulls make spectaculars dives into the ocean and the predators charge the sardine banks until they get pushed over to the sand by the waves.

The whole local community came to fish with hand lines and you see all the family enjoying a good catch together.

We use all tecnics & modalities maybe trolling, Flyfishing, spinning, Poppers, kayak fishing, jigging or live bate depending on the feeding patterns and de conditions of the ocean at the moment.

Through the season we are likely to get: Mahi Mahi or Dorado, Rooster Fish, Spanish mackerel, Wahoo, Grouper, Barracuda, Red Snapper, Yellow fin and Blue fin tuna and more.

A local guide, who knows these waters from childhood and an English spoken professional guide, will give you the best experience in the area.

 

The charters provide all the fishing equipment, transportations from the hotel to the hardboard, snacks and drinks.

We practice Catch and Release for the future generations .It's the way to respect Mather Nature and is something everyone should just be teach,  especially fisherman.

 

 

CASA PAMPA FISHING TEAM

Power by

correntoso.jpg