Pacoche
Ecuador, Manabí
Pacoche
About Pacoche
Pacoche Coastal Marine Wildlife Refuge protects 5,044 hectares of terrestrial ecosystems and 8,586 hectares of marine-coastal environments along Manabí province's Pacific coast. The terrestrial section protects one of Ecuador's last intact stretches of coastal dry forest and tropical moist forest on the Manta-Portoviejo coast, harboring howler monkeys, sea turtles, and over 200 bird species. The marine zone provides feeding grounds for humpback whales during their June-October migration season.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pacoche located?
Pacoche is located in Manabí, Ecuador at coordinates -1.1167, -80.75.
How do I get to Pacoche?
To get to Pacoche, the nearest city is Manta (20 km).
How large is Pacoche?
Pacoche covers approximately 136.3 square kilometers (53 square miles).
When was Pacoche established?
Pacoche was established in 2008.