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Are There Snakes in Costa Rica? Should You Be Worried?

Terciopelo pit viper coiled on leaf litter in a Costa Rican rainforest

Costa Rica has around 140 snake species, including the terciopelo, bushmaster and coral snakes. Here is where they live, how rare bites to visitors are, and how to stay safe.

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Categories Wildlife & Nature Tags Central America, Costa Rica, Rainforest, Snakes, Wildlife Safety

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