Mata Redonda
Costa Rica, Guanacaste
Mata Redonda
LocationCosta Rica, Guanacaste
RegionGuanacaste
TypeWildlife Refuge
Coordinates10.3500°, -85.3000°
Established1994
Area4.4
Nearest CityNicoya (25 km)
About Mata Redonda
A Ramsar-listed seasonal wetland wildlife refuge in the lower Tempisque River basin of Guanacaste. The lagoon and surrounding marshes provide critical feeding and breeding habitat for over 60 species of resident and migratory waterbirds including jabiru storks, roseate spoonbills, and wood storks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mata Redonda located?
Mata Redonda is located in Guanacaste, Costa Rica at coordinates 10.35, -85.3.
How do I get to Mata Redonda?
To get to Mata Redonda, the nearest city is Nicoya (25 km).
How large is Mata Redonda?
Mata Redonda covers approximately 4.4 square kilometers (2 square miles).
When was Mata Redonda established?
Mata Redonda was established in 1994.