https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz By: Mac Shannon en-us 2019-05-07 14:11:51 UTC 2026-01-29 20:51:48 UTC hello@padlet.com jshannon19 https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358037200 Costa Rica inhabits thousands of unique species of both land and sea animals. The olive ridley sea turtle is just one of the stunning animals in Costa Rica that is part of the large conservation effort present in the country. With the help of thousands of Costa Rican individuals, species like the olive ridley sea turtle and many others continue to thrive in a safe, clean environment.]]> 2019-05-08 13:38:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358037200 jshannon19 https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358045073 Avarios de Caribe, or the Sloth Sanctuary is a sloth rehabilitation center and shelter for hundreds of Costa Rican sloths in the center of the country. Aviarios del Caribe sanctuary observes the animals, studies them, cares for them, and conducts scientific analysis and research on their habitats throughout the country.]]> 2019-05-08 13:52:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358045073 jshannon19 https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358050724 Territorio de Zaguates, or “Land of Strays” is an area up in the mountains o Costa Rica that houses over a million stray dogs. These dogs tend to be very docile around humans, and are curious whenever they spot one.]]> 2019-05-08 14:01:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358050724 jshannon19 https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358490002 I’ve always been fascinated with parts of the world that inhabit unique elements of culture, tradition, and geographical phenomena. Costa Rica is one of the areas in the world that I find incredibly intriguing and I hope to see it in person one day.]]> 2019-05-09 14:22:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358490002 jshannon19 https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358496137 Costa Rican calypso music is one of the most famous musical styles to come out of Costa Rica, along with soca, salsa, merengue, and cumbia. Wind instruments called ocarinas are used in ancient ceremonial songs that are still played today.]]> 2019-05-09 14:31:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358496137 jshannon19 https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358500120 Costa Rica is home to incredible biodiversity, rich culture, a passion for freedom, and a history of democracy, equality, and education for all. It is one of the very few countries in the world without an army, which further proves its commitment to international peace and prosperity. In addition, Costa Rica is one of the earliest countries to pass legislation to provide eucation, healthcare, and equal rights for all citizens, regardless of race, financial status, or religion.]]> 2019-05-09 14:38:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jshannon19/t41dlncr94zz/wish/358500120