Curi Cancha Wildlife Refuge, Wildlife refuge in Monteverde, Costa Rica.
Curi Cancha Wildlife Refuge is a private protected area in the mountain region of Monteverde with cloud forest at varying elevations. It offers walking trails through primary forest, secondary forest, and open meadows where birds and other animals move freely.
The refuge was established in 1997 as a private protected area under the National Conservation System. It opened its doors to visitors in 2011 after groundwork for sustainable tourism had been put in place.
Birdwatchers come here to spot rare species like the quetzal, which live in the canopy and forest edges. The place has become an important gathering point for people who want to understand and protect bird life.
Visitors should wear sturdy footwear since trails go through damp forests and across varying elevations. Early morning is the best time for bird watching, when animals are more active.
The contrast between forest edges and isolated trees in open meadows creates special conditions to see many bird species at the same time. This mixed landscape allows visitors to experience the full range of the region's bird life in a short time.
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