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Biodiversity has contributed to the economy of Costa Rica.

Ecotourism brings in 1. 92 billion dollars in revenue for the country.

Ecotourism is defined as " tourism directed toward exotic, often threatened, natural environments, especially to support conservation efforts and observe wildlife.

" Costa Rica's abundant biodiversity makes the country an attractive destination for ecotourism.

Thirty-nine percent of tourists cite nature as their primary reason for visiting the country.

The profitable industry of ecotourism entices businesses to capitalize on natural resources by protecting and preserving them rather than consuming them.