Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido
Guatemala, Petén
Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido
LocationGuatemala, Petén
RegionPetén
TypeBiotope
Coordinates17.4500°, -90.8667°
Established1990
Area451.68
Nearest CityFlores (200 km)
About Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido
A protected biotope within the Laguna del Tigre National Park complex, protecting wetland and riparian forest ecosystems along the Río Escondido. The area provides critical habitat for the scarlet macaw population and is part of the largest freshwater wetland system in Mesoamerica.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido located?
Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido is located in Petén, Guatemala at coordinates 17.45, -90.8667.
How do I get to Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido?
To get to Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido, the nearest city is Flores (200 km).
How large is Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido?
Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido covers approximately 451.68 square kilometers (174 square miles).
When was Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido established?
Laguna del Tigre-Río Escondido was established in 1990.