Acknowledgments

I would like to give great thanks to the following individuals:

Dr. John E. Banks

[A.K.A. "Buck" or "Buckito" in Costa Rica]

for his guidance in helping me develop my project and the frequent inquiries to make sure that my project didn't fall apart.

Tim O'Hara and Robin Nunez

[A.K.A. "Timo and Robin"]

for their kindness and hospitality in making sure we had a great stay at Rancho Mastatal.

Lisa

[A.K.A. "Super Mother "] ,

Sarah

[A.K.A. "Daredevil"] ,

and Tia

[A.K.A. "Queen of Asian Dramas"]

for their unique personalities in entertaining me and keeping me from going insane working the long hours on my project.

and who can forget...Tom McDonald

[A.K.A. "Tiburon" by literally everyone in Costa Rica]

for his energy and enthusiasm in teaching us about the wildlife in Costa Rica.