The Costa Rican Amphibian Research Center

C.R.A.R.C. is a conservational and biological research center dedicated to studying and conserving one of the most important animal groups of Neotropical humid forest ecosystems, that of the amphibians. 

      It is the first of its kind in Costa Rica.
 

Duellmanohyla rufioculis (red-eyed stream frog)  

Costa Rica is internationally recognized as one of the most biologically diverse countries on the planet in total species numbers for many taxonomical groups of flora and fauna.  Amphibians are  one of those.  The Costa Rican Amphibian Research Center was created in an attempt to further biological and conservational efforts directed specifically at the Costa Rican amphibians. Such research is vital for many species that are currently struggling to survive in the ever-changing environment.  Amphibians are under constant threat by contamination, deforestation, climatic change, and disease.  The majority of Costa Rica's amphibians are surrounded by mystery in regards to their basic biology and ecological roles.  With intense research many important aspects to their biology and conservation can become better known.

Owner Brian Kubicki is actively involved in numerous research projects on the reserve.  Projects range from biological surveys and research to conservational projects such as reforestation, habitat creation, and habitat rehabilitation.  The research efforts are being directed towards the goals of publications, conservational methods, public awareness and education.  One of the largest problems facing natural environments is the lack of awareness of the people who are directly linked to them.  Through education the natural environments may experience a brighter and more secure future, one that will allow for future generations to enjoy and explore their incredible natural wonders.