The Central American land of PANAMA is a country located in the southernmost part of Central America, bordered by Costa Rica to the west, Colombia to the southeast, the Caribbean Sea to the north, and the Pacific Ocean to the south. It has a population of approximately 4 million people and is the second-smallest country in Central America. PANAMA is known for its canal, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, and is a major shipping route. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including jaguars, sloths, and toucans.