Cuyabeno
Ecuador, Sucumbíos
Cuyabeno
LocationEcuador, Sucumbíos
RegionSucumbíos
TypeWildlife Production Reserve
Coordinates-0.0167°, -76.1833°
Established1979
Area5901.12
Nearest CityLago Agrio (60 km)
About Cuyabeno
Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve is one of Ecuador's largest and most biodiverse protected areas, covering 590,000 hectares of pristine Amazon rainforest in Sucumbíos province bordering Colombia. The reserve is famous for its network of black-water lakes and rivers teeming with pink river dolphins, manatees, giant otters, caimans, and anacondas. It protects the territories of indigenous Siona, Secoya, and Cofán communities and harbors over 500 fish species.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cuyabeno located?
Cuyabeno is located in Sucumbíos, Ecuador at coordinates -0.0167, -76.1833.
How do I get to Cuyabeno?
To get to Cuyabeno, the nearest city is Lago Agrio (60 km).
How large is Cuyabeno?
Cuyabeno covers approximately 5,901.12 square kilometers (2,278 square miles).
When was Cuyabeno established?
Cuyabeno was established in 1979.