The town of Monteverde is located at the south end of the cloud forest. The “Bosque Nuboso” (Cloud Forest) Biological Reserve was recognized throughout the world for the golden toad, a species which is now extinct. This wildlife area has been created to protect the flora and fauna, as well as to carry out scientific studies and educational environmental programs. Within its borders, 400 species of birds, including the Quetzal, 490 species of butterflies and 100 species of mammals have been identified. The climate is temperate and humid, with an average of 17şC (60şF). The nights are cool, and at times cold when the trade winds blow.