Cabo Vírgenes
Argentina, Santa Cruz
Cabo Vírgenes
LocationArgentina, Santa Cruz
RegionSanta Cruz
TypeProvincial Reserve
Coordinates-52.3330°, -68.3500°
Established1986
Area12
Nearest CityRío Gallegos (131 km)
About Cabo Vírgenes
Cabo Vírgenes Provincial Reserve protects the southernmost colony of Magellanic penguins on the Argentine mainland, with approximately 200,000 individuals nesting among coastal scrubland. Located at the southeastern tip of Santa Cruz province near the Strait of Magellan, the reserve also marks the border between the Atlantic Ocean and the strait. Its windswept landscapes of Lepidophyllum bushes provide essential penguin nesting habitat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cabo Vírgenes located?
Cabo Vírgenes is located in Santa Cruz, Argentina at coordinates -52.333, -68.35.
How do I get to Cabo Vírgenes?
To get to Cabo Vírgenes, the nearest city is Río Gallegos (131 km).
How large is Cabo Vírgenes?
Cabo Vírgenes covers approximately 12 square kilometers (5 square miles).
When was Cabo Vírgenes established?
Cabo Vírgenes was established in 1986.