Animals on the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

No nut is too big for squirrels in Costa Rica - a coconut might just be enough for a quick lunch.

The Variegated Squirrel is often seen on the Nicoya Peninsula, scurrying through trees, playing around, or excitedly defending its favourite tree against competitors.

The Agouti looks like the bigger version of a guinea pig. It feeds on fruits and seeds which it stores in the ground, thus helping to disperse the seeds.