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The Wildlife of Central America

Central America is a region of almost infinitely varied wildlife. Costa Rica alone contains five percent of the world’s biodiversity! Come take a look at some of Central America's most unforgettable creatures.
The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center
Belize wildlife pictures: Photos of the Belize City Zoo, just outside of Belize City.
Insects of Panama
A photo gallery featuring images of insects, arachnids, and other creepy crawlers in Panama by the talented Arthur Danker.
Central America's Most Irritating Insects
All about the poisonous and non-poisonous insects of Central America.
Spiders and Their Cousins
All about the poisonous and non-poisonous spiders of Central America.
Mosquitoes: Central America's Vampires
All about the mosquitoes of Central America, the diseases they carry (like Malaria), and how to prevent their bites.
Snakes of Central America
All about the venomous and non-poisonous snakes of Central America.
Wildlife Photography: Michael Sewell
A beautiful gallery featuring Central and South American wildlife, from toucans to tapirs, by photographer Michael Sewell.
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