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Bolaños Island

Costa Rica, Guanacaste

Bolaños Island

LocationCosta Rica, Guanacaste
RegionGuanacaste
TypeWildlife Refuge
Coordinates11.0333°, -85.7000°
Established1981
Area0.25
Nearest CityCuajiniquil (8 km)
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About Bolaños Island

A tiny island at the mouth of the Gulf of Santa Elena near the Nicaraguan border, Bolaños Island is protected for its American oystercatcher nesting colony and as a stopover for migratory seabirds.

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Where is Bolaños Island located?

Bolaños Island is located in Guanacaste, Costa Rica at coordinates 11.0333, -85.7.

How do I get to Bolaños Island?

To get to Bolaños Island, the nearest city is Cuajiniquil (8 km).

How large is Bolaños Island?

Bolaños Island covers approximately 0.25 square kilometers (0 square miles).

When was Bolaños Island established?

Bolaños Island was established in 1981.