The famous, ancient tree giant from Monte Alto is history! A few days ago, the trunk of this charismatic gem of a tree, the "Ceiba" species, broke in the middle. The fallen canopy buried a large number of small trees beneath it, creating a new clearing that will be...
The fact that the climbing tails of tropical forest-dwelling animals are usually not hairy is part of their adaptation strategy to life in the trees. Only a hairless tail can be used well for climbing, like a grabbing arm. You can find out more here. Do any of you...
As you may have read here, I went among the artists to bring you some strange facts about the anteater. I hope you like the drawing. More to follow! I look forward to your feedback. Your Jenny
6 categories, 142 applicants, 6 winners: we were one of them! On 4 November 2015, we received the 1st prize in the "International Partnerships" category for our intercultural education project in Monte Alto in beautiful Lübeck.Every year, this category recognizes...
A calendar that brings joy! Our Tropica Verde calendar for 2016 contains breathtaking photos of an impressive country. 12 large-format photos ( 60x47cm) provide a wide variety of insights into the flora and fauna of Costa Rica. The calendar with photos by Tobias...
Dear rainforest enthusiasts, We, Mischa Kneifel and Rasmus Rees, recent high school graduates, have been at Finca One World (cooperation partner of Tropica Verde) in Puerto Viejo de la Talamanca, Costa Rica, for 7 days now. For the next 9 months I will be volunteering...
