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Explore Puntarenas & the Gulf Islands

Puntarenas and the Gulf Islands offer a maritime view of Costa Rica, where coastal communities, island landscapes and boat journeys connect across the Gulf of Nicoya. Discover how people and wildlife depend on these Pacific waters. Let curiosity lead to understanding, gratitude and care for the people and landscapes that welcome you.

cicadas

Cicadas

Large transparent wings.

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praying-mantises

Praying Mantises

Triangular head.

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walking-sticks

Walking Sticks

Twig-like body.

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katydids

Katydids

Very long antennae.

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dung-beetles

Dung Beetles

Compact beetle body.

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lady-beetles

Lady Beetles

Rounded beetle body.

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green-lacewings

Green Lacewings

Delicate green body.

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dragonflies

Dragonflies

Large eyes.

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damselflies

Damselflies

Slender body.

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fireflies

Fireflies

Soft beetle wing covers.

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megasoma-elephas

Elephant Beetle

Large rounded beetle.

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orchid-bees

Orchid Bees

Often metallic colors.

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