About us
Konsenda grows out of the fieldwork of a Panamanian biologist. This is the people and the science behind the two lodges.
Dr. Abel Batista
Herpetologist · researcher · conservationist
A world-recognized Panamanian herpetologist and advocate for the country’s biodiversity. His work has revealed dozens of species new to science and inspired a generation of naturalists. At Konsenda, the scientist who describes new species is your host.
Dozens of amphibian and reptile species new to science, described over a career of fieldwork across Panama.
He described Pristimantis gretathunbergae, the frog named in honor of climate activist Greta Thunberg.
Collaborates with the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) and with scientific institutions in Panama and abroad.
Leads the Los Naturalistas Foundation, uniting research, education and conservation of Panamanian biodiversity.
Nature still holds incredible secrets. Our work is to listen to them, understand them and protect them.
Dr. Abel Batista
Every booking sustains fieldwork
Konsenda is not just lodging: it is the base for real wildlife observation, monitoring and conservation projects. Part of every booking funds that work, in the archipelago and on the mountain.
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