The Piedras Blancas National Park (Rainforest of the Austrians) in Costa Rica is considered a biodiversity hotspot. Many animals live here that are on the IUCN and CITES lists of endangered species: including the jaguar, ocelot, puma, four species of monkeys, endemic bird species, anteater, tapir, armadillo and numerous reptile and amphibian species. This unique wildlife cannot be preserved through land purchase alone. Rangers are needed to protect the area from illegal loggers, hunters, squatters, gold miners, and animal and fur traders. Furthermore, reintroductions are absolutely necessary to ensure the survival of some endangered species.

Since 2003, our association has been paying the salaries of the rangers employed by the national park administration to protect the rainforest. We initiated and financed the reintroduction of the scarlet macaw until a viable population was once again present in the Esquinas rainforest. We have provided financial support to the organizations Pro Felis, Yaguará and Osa Conservation in their efforts to save endangered wild cats. In total, with the help of donations, we have provided more than €350,000 for species conservation in the rainforest to date.

Here you have the opportunity to make a contribution to the protection of species.