Cano Negro Nature Reserve

Cano Negro Nature Reserve

Located in a swampy, jungle-like area near the Nicaraguan border, the Caño Negro Nature Reserve is a remote part of Costa Rica and is often flooded by rivers. The Caño Negro is a stunning nature reserve, recognized by many as the third most important wetland in the world. The sanctuary was designated a Wetland of International Importance in 1991 and is one of the most important wetlands in the country. It has been declared a "World Protected Area" by conservation groups such as Ramsar. Caño Negro is home to many of the world's rare species of plants, animals and birds. The reserve is a habitat for Atractosteus tropicus, the caiman and the rare Nicaraguan Grackle. The Caño Negro is an extremely important biological area due to the great diversity of flora and fauna found here, and a key migration route for birds from the north. So far, more than 200 species of birds have been recorded here, as well as many unique and special plants and animals. In the area you can see creatures such as the Emerald Basilisk, the Giant Bear Ant, jaguars, ocelots, iguanas, river turtles, monkeys, pumas and caimans. This wild bird sanctuary is also home to rare birds such as Northern Jacana, ibis, Jabiru Storks, anhingas, cormorants and Roseate Spoonbills. The Caño Negro is one of the first national reserves to emphasize tourism activities and management of the area's biological resources, and offers a great educational experience for everyone, individuals and families alike.