Collared Anteater (Northern Tamandua) Tamandua mexicana
Costa Rican Wildlife
Collared Anteater (Northern Tamandua)
Tamandua mexicana
Habitat
Dry and humid forests throughout the country.
Characteristics
Cream-coloured fur with a black "vest". Its tongue is long and sticky to eat ants.
Fun Fact
It is the most commonly seen anteater species, but Costa Rica is also home to the Giant Anteater (very rare) and the tiny Silky Anteater.
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Collared Anteater (Northern Tamandua) accompanies this product from our collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the Collared Anteater (Northern Tamandua) live in Costa Rica?
The Collared Anteater (Northern Tamandua) (Tamandua mexicana) lives in dry and humid forests throughout the country.
What are the characteristics of the Collared Anteater (Northern Tamandua)?
Cream-coloured fur with a black "vest". Its tongue is long and sticky to eat ants.
What is a fun fact about the Collared Anteater (Northern Tamandua)?
It is the most commonly seen anteater species, but Costa Rica is also home to the Giant Anteater (very rare) and the tiny Silky Anteater.
Which Historia chocolate features the Collared Anteater (Northern Tamandua) on its packaging?
Milk Chocolate 40% - Coffee features the Collared Anteater (Northern Tamandua) (Tamandua mexicana) on its packaging, celebrating Costa Rica's biodiversity.