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Costa Rica jackpot

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Currently day 6 of a 19 day CR trip - have seen a lot and will post more in due time but here is the jackpot from the Osa Peninsula May 9
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Great! Can't remember seeing one of them posted here. The in situ nature of the pic also adds to my "nature's little landmine" label for these animals. Thanks, can't wait to see more!
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We didnt disturb it at all - not even any flash - and stayed about four or five meters away - thrill of a herping lifetime for me
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Yes, I would call that a jackpot. That is awesome!!

FH
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Beautiful Lachesis melanocephala. Good on you for showing the restraint/respect necessary to leave it be as much as possible.

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You tease, you!
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Ok here are a few more critters - this is all from the Osa Peninsula


Bird snake - Pseustes poecilonatus - Image

Net casting spider - Deinopis -Image

Dart frog - Dendrobatus granuliferus - Image - have also seen Auratus but havent gotten an acceptable pic of one yet
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Awesome!
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Holy cow, that is an awesome find and great picture in the moment.
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Tonights best find - Fer de lance - Bothrops asper Image
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whazzat?
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