Costa Rica houses roughly despite covering only 0.03% of the planet's land area. This "biological crossroads" is home to over half a million species, including more than 900 species of birds and 200 species of mammals. Key Wildlife to Spot

When using a guide like The Wildlife of Costa Rica: A Field Guide by Fiona Reid and Twan Leenders, you will likely encounter these iconic species: Field Guide to the Wildlife of Costa Rica - Amazon.com