Author: Tristan Paylado

Tristan Paylado is a Filipino marine biologist and CMAS 2-Star scuba instructor. He has written Costa Rica Journeys' guides to diving, snorkeling and ocean wildlife since 2016, from Caño Island and Cocos Island to sea turtles, sharks and humpback whales. He studied at the University of Nueva Caceres and dives the reefs of the Philippines whenever he can.

Activities | Scuba Diving

Scuba Diving Cocos Island

Cocos Island is the habitat of about 27 exotic endemic fish species including the rare rosy-lipped batfish. Filled with seemingly endless ocean scapes and…
Animals | Geography | Islands | Marine Animals | National Parks | Wildlife Refuge

Natural History of Cocos Island

One of the biggest lures for visitors at the Cocos Island for explorers, divers, biologists and sailors is its rich biodiversity. The Island’s much…
Geography | Islands

Cocos Island

A rough and extremely gorgeous island, this World Heritage Site and Marine Park is the cherry on top of Costa Rica’s national park…
Animals | Reptiles & Amphibians

Olive Ridley Sea Turtle

Common name: Olive Ridley Sea Turtle Type: Reptilia Family: Cheloniidae Range: When you consider about the range of this turtle, it normally lives in…
Animals | Mammals | Marine Animals

Blue Whale

Common name: Blue Whale Type: Mamal Family: Balaenopteridae Range: When you consider about the range of this Blue Whale, it normally resides in Ocean…