Tierra Hermosa
Costa Rican Wildlife Reserve and Rescue Center
Costa Rican Wildlife Reserve and Rescue Center
A Second Chance for Wildlife...
In spite of its reputation as a world
leader in conservation, Costa Rica
is confronted with the problem of
illegal capture and sale of wildlife
for the pet trade and for
consumption as food. The urgency
of this issue is compounded by
wildlife population declines and
extinctions resulting from loss of
habitat, pollution and climate
change. Tierra Hermosa Rescue
Center was created to:
The reserve is located on 4.3
hectares (11acres) of mixed
undisturbed and regenerating
lowland rain forest in the Sarapiqui
region of Costa Rica. It adjoins
thousands of acres of forested
properties under a variety of
private and public management
schemes. A small section of the
property, historically managed for
palm fruit production, is being
replanted to native tree species.
The general region is the focus of
a large-scale conservation
management initiative known as
the San Juan-La Selva Biological
Corridor.
As of early 2010, a volunteer
residence and some spacious
cage facilities have been
completed. The existing farm
dwelling is also being renovated.
"We are presently operating this
project largely with our own funds,
but we wish to extend our gratitude
to the individuals and interested
organizations that have generously
provided financial support. If you
are interested in supporting,
volunteering or have questions
regarding this project, please
contact us through this site or at
andreacristina.com."
Pura vida!
Alex Martinez
Kevin Brewster
In spite of its reputation as a world
leader in conservation, Costa Rica
is confronted with the problem of
illegal capture and sale of wildlife
for the pet trade and for
consumption as food. The urgency
of this issue is compounded by
wildlife population declines and
extinctions resulting from loss of
habitat, pollution and climate
change. Tierra Hermosa Rescue
Center was created to:
- Provide a safe
environment for
rehabilitation, and when
appropriate, release of
animals confiscated from
poachers and illegal captivity.
- Educate the public on the
importance of wildlife and
the ecosystems they depend
upon, fostering compassion
and respect for Nature.
The reserve is located on 4.3
hectares (11acres) of mixed
undisturbed and regenerating
lowland rain forest in the Sarapiqui
region of Costa Rica. It adjoins
thousands of acres of forested
properties under a variety of
private and public management
schemes. A small section of the
property, historically managed for
palm fruit production, is being
replanted to native tree species.
The general region is the focus of
a large-scale conservation
management initiative known as
the San Juan-La Selva Biological
Corridor.
As of early 2010, a volunteer
residence and some spacious
cage facilities have been
completed. The existing farm
dwelling is also being renovated.
"We are presently operating this
project largely with our own funds,
but we wish to extend our gratitude
to the individuals and interested
organizations that have generously
provided financial support. If you
are interested in supporting,
volunteering or have questions
regarding this project, please
contact us through this site or at
andreacristina.com."
Pura vida!
Alex Martinez
Kevin Brewster
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