Are there bugs in Nosara?
The ecosystem in Nosara is still intact so bugs are not really a problem. That said, Costa Rica is home to over 34,000 species of insects so it is likely you will see a few! If you are allergic to bee or scorpion stings, bring your epi pen. Some people seem to be more prone to mosquitos. If you are one of them bring or buy your body spray or lotion here. Almost all of the rest of the insects are perfectly harmless and many are quite beautiful or at least interesting Consider yourself lucky if you see Army Ants. You will know them by the long line of ΒΌ” black ants, some carrying other insects on their backs. When we say long line, we mean it, it can take hours for them to pass. They will clean out the cockroaches and other vermin as thoroughly as any exterminator might, but will not touch human food. They are not aggressive to you or to other large creatures and they will go out of their way to avoid you; however if you do inadvertently step into their midst they will sting. Pack a picn
