A compact hawk often seen near woodland edges.
Explore Northern Plains
Costa Rica’s Northern Plains connect rural communities with rivers, forests and the wider Arenal landscape. Places such as La Fortuna, Guatuso and Los Chiles offer different ways to learn about life shaped by water and land. Explore with curiosity, learn from local people and help care for the landscapes and traditions that make this place special.
Cassava / Yuca
Cassava, called yuca in Costa Rica, is a shrub with leaves divided into fingerlike lobes.
Coconut
The coconut palm has a tall trunk, a crown of featherlike leaves and fruit clustered near the crown.