Costa Rica Wildlife Guide
72 species across birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies, and insects. Filter by category, region, or elevation.
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Fleischmann's Glass Frog in Costa Rica
Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni
Glass Frogs · ~3 cm · midland
CaribbeanCloud Forest
Tiny translucent frog whose belly skin is so clear you can see its heart beating. Lives on leaves overhanging forest streams.
Fun Facts
- ▸Heart, intestines, and bones are visible through the belly skin from below.
- ▸Males guard eggs glued to the underside of leaves above flowing water.
- ▸Tadpoles drop into the stream below when ready.
Best Months
May – November (rainy season)
Featured On
- · Custom Wildlife Tour
