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Friends of the Osa has developed science and research programs to support the development and implementation of our mission and vision. Most of our efforts are geographically focused in the Corcovado-Matapalo Biological Corridor. This area is critical for local wildlife because it serves as an extension of the national park enabling spatially extensive species, such as jaguars, tapirs and peccaries, the home ranges necessary to live and thrive. It is also an area that is highly threatened by large-scale development interests as it enjoys a beautiful stretch of pristine beach and good road access. Part of the challenge we face is to accommodate the best interests and needs of the Osa's communities, including development interests, while preserving the ecosystems and natural beauty of the Osa.
Read our Science Plan to learn about our scientific goals, strategies, and priorities for Osa research.
The Wild Cats Conservation Program and Avian Conservation Program are collecting important monitoring data to help guide conservation strategies on the Osa and regionally. Visit the interactive map on the Wild Cats page to find our camera traps, see photos of the animals roaming our conservation properties, and learn about the ecology of Osa Peninsula wildlife. We also conduct on-going amphibian and primate monitoring projects.
The Osa Biodiversity Center is a biological field station and conservation center located on the Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica. The center covers 4,200 acres of land, providing biologists, teachers, students, volunteers and other conservation professionals with comfortable facilities in the midst of pristine Costa Rican rainforest. Whether you're interested in doing research, bringing a student group, volunteering, or just coming as a conservation visitor, you will find some helpful information in our Resources section.
Apply to receive funding for your research in the Osa Peninsula! We offer fellowships to biologists interested in conducting Osa research. Read more about our Greg Gund Memorial Fellowships and Evergreen Fellows programs to find out how to apply.
Our Sea Turtle Conservation Program brings volunteers from all over to the world to help save sea turtles. There are opportunities both for Research Field Assistant positions as well as volunteer openings. |
Anthony Herrel, Harvard University, working with lizards of the Anolis genus
Ursinus College professor works with students at the Osa Biodiversity Center
University of Toronto at the Osa Biodiversity Center
Insect collection using a Malaise trap |
