A visit to Zoo Ave is a visit to the Dark Ages. You'll get to see animals in obvious, small cages. You'll note that many of the specimens are not identified, or are mis-identified. But you won't get many good photos, because the bars, chain link, and screen all ensure that the animals are hidden from view. The overgrown bamboo in many ...

We have 4 kids ranging from toddler to teenager so I wanted a quick way to introduce them to the amazing wildlife and forests of Costa Rica. This rehabilitation zoo was perfect. They got a taste of all that was to come in our subsequent nature hikes and bird walks and actually knew what to look for when the guide said "look! a Toucan!". ...