Covers the species that ecotourists are most likely to see, along with a selection of rarer, sought-after animals. Henderson gives a general introduction to each group of animals, followed by individual species accounts that highlight identification features and interesting ecological adaptations for survival.
Carrol L. Henderson, a professional wildlife biologist, has made over twenty-five trips to Costa Rica since 1969 and has led over thirty-five birding and wildlife tours there and throughout Latin America since 1987. He lives in Blaine, Minnesota.