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At the biological crossroads of the Americas, Costa Rica hosts an astonishing array of plants and animals--over half a million species! Ecotourists, birders, and biologists come from around the world to immerse themselves in the country's unspoiled rain forests, mountains, and beaches, drawn by the likelihood of seeing more than three or four hundred species of birds and other animals during even a short stay. To help all of these visitors and local residents identify and enjoy the wildlife of Costa Rica, this field guide presents nearly three hundred species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies, moths, and other invertebrates. Carrol Henderson, an experienced wildlife biologist, traveler, and tour leader in Costa Rica, has chosen the species that ecotourists are most likely to see, along with a selection of rarer, sought-after animals. He gives a general introduction to each group of animals, followed by individual species accounts that highlight identification features and interesting ecological adaptations for survival. His stunning close-up photographs and distribution maps complete each entry. In addition, Henderson includes a wealth of data about Costa Rica's natural environment, as well as a trip preparation checklist and lists of conservation organizations, wildlife tourism sites, and wildlife vocalization tapes and CDs. With so much information so readily and readably accessible, this field guide will be essential for planning and enjoying your time in Costa Rica.


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Carrol L. Henderson, a professional wildlife biologist, has made over twenty-five trips to Costa Rica since 1969 and has led over thirty-five birding and wildlife tours there and throughout Latin America since 1987. He lives in Blaine, Minnesota.

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  • Paperback: 559 pages
  • Publisher: University of Texas Press; First Edition edition (May 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 029273459X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0292734593
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 1.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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73 of 74 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Dont let the title of this book fool you., February 3, 2004
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I bought this book because I wanted a field guide to tropical wildife. Since Audubon and Peterson do not offer guides of this sort I went out on a limb. This book is definately not a field guide, but a desk reference. If you want to quickly identify the birds you are seeing, this is by no means the book to have. There are wonderful pictures and great descriptions, but the layout of the book takes time to find what you are looking for. It should also be noted that this is predominantly a guide to the birds of costa rica, there are less than a dozen insects mentioned and about the same number of reptiles/amphibians. Overall good information on the birds and few other animals listed, but terrible format. One final thought- this is not a light book to have in your backback hiking through backcountry Costa Rica.
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What the Book Is, February 18, 2005
By Christopher J Traub (Windsor, California) - See all my reviews
People who got this book with the wrong expectations will naturally be disappointed. It's not a comprehensive field guide. If you expect a photograph and description of every single plant and animal species in Costa Rica, sorry, it's not all there.

Having said that, I didn't expect such things when I got the book and I was in no way disappointed with it. There is so much wonderful and useful information in this book that I can't imagine giving it less than five stars. Many times my wife and I commented to each other that it was "a very excellent book."

There are excellent photographs and very good species descriptions for birds, mammals, reptiles, and insects along with lots of amusing stories. There is much useful information about climatic effects and the author often tells you what kind of Holdridge life zone you are in. Xandari, for example, is tropical premontane moist forest.

This book has my unreserved and whole-hearted recommendation. If you're going to Costa Rica I hope you'll see scarlet macaws because they are truly magnificent.

For birders I recommend also getting "A Field Guide to the Birds of Costa Rica" by Stiles and Skutch. For reptiles and amphibians there is also "A Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Costa Rica" by Leenders.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great, but superficial, August 31, 2004
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This book is a great overview of the most common and the most sought-after wildlife in Costa Rica. It is nowhere close to all-inclusive. If you're looking for something inclusive, buy field guides for specific types of critters (birds, reptiles, etc). The pictures are gorgeous and are a good supplement to specific field guides. The book is really too big for taking into the field.

The best features of this book are the maps and the information about scarcity. It tells how often a particular animal was sighted out of 15 trips to areas where it occurs.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Not impressed
I read the reviews and thought this book would not be complete, but I didn't expect it to be this empty. As another reviewer said, it's about the birds of Costa Rica. Read more
Published 2 months ago by AmandaGal

2.0 out of 5 stars Not-so-good guide
This guide of the Wildlife of Costa Rica is actually a guide not very complete of the birds of the country. Read more
Published 18 months ago by C. Soriano

5.0 out of 5 stars Packed with fascinating natural history info
This excellent book is a fun read, plus it includes fascinating natural history tidbits that make the birds, mammals, butterflies, frogs and other wildlife come alive! Read more
Published 21 months ago by Patricia Sutton

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Travel Book!
We recently returned from Costa Rica and I ordered this book just 2 days before we left. I arrived on time and what a treasure it turned out to be on the trip. Read more
Published on April 6, 2007 by Krista M. Boos

4.0 out of 5 stars Good overview, but lacks in details...
This book gives a good introduction into wildlife in Costa Rica, but don't be fooled by the words "Field Guide". Read more
Published on January 20, 2007 by Stephan Peter Konig

4.0 out of 5 stars Wildlife of Costa Rica
I wish I would have had this book before going to Costa Rica. I recommend anyone considering going to have this book with them.
Published on January 19, 2007 by Barbara A. Ruppenthal

3.0 out of 5 stars bit bulky for a field guide
this guide was a bit bulky for a guide, especially if you are travelling to a place like costa rica to hike around. Read more
Published on January 15, 2007 by Danielle M. George

3.0 out of 5 stars Useful, but inadequate--A real disappointment!
I had great hopes for this book and I did use it for a course I taught. Costa Rica just has too many species to be covered by a single book. Read more
Published on May 23, 2006 by T. Rambo

5.0 out of 5 stars Well Received.
I gave this as a gift to a friend go to Costa Rica and they liked it.
Published on August 5, 2005 by James W. Zyskowski

5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful and essential
At a hefty 600 pages this collection has something for everyone--and manages not to skimp on the essentials or pad itself with filler. Read more
Published on February 26, 2004 by G. Phelps

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