Cahouane
Haiti, Sud
Cahouane
LocationHaiti, Sud
RegionSud
TypeHabitat/Species Management Area
Coordinates18.2833°, -74.3167°
Established2013
Area59.4
Nearest CityLes Anglais (15 km)
About Cahouane
The Cahouane Habitat and Species Management Area (Aire Protégée Habitats/Espèces de La Cahouane) is a mangrove lagoon protected area on the southwestern tip of Haiti's Tiburon Peninsula, near the village of Cahouane between Les Anglais and Tiburon. Covering 5,940 hectares, this IUCN Category IV protected area was established in 2013. After severe degradation following Hurricane Allen in 1980, a major reforestation programme successfully restored the mangroves by 2020.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cahouane located?
Cahouane is located in Sud, Haiti at coordinates 18.2833, -74.3167.
How do I get to Cahouane?
To get to Cahouane, the nearest city is Les Anglais (15 km).
How large is Cahouane?
Cahouane covers approximately 59.4 square kilometers (23 square miles).
When was Cahouane established?
Cahouane was established in 2013.