El Jicarito
Honduras, Choluteca
El Jicarito
LocationHonduras, Choluteca
RegionCholuteca
TypeHabitat Management Area
Coordinates13.1200°, -87.5500°
Established1999
Area25
Nearest CityCholuteca (35 km)
About El Jicarito
El Jicarito Habitat Management Area protects coastal wetlands and mangrove forest in the southern tip of the Gulf of Fonseca in Choluteca department. The area supports artisanal fisheries and provides important nursery habitat for shrimp and marine species.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is El Jicarito located?
El Jicarito is located in Choluteca, Honduras at coordinates 13.12, -87.55.
How do I get to El Jicarito?
To get to El Jicarito, the nearest city is Choluteca (35 km).
How large is El Jicarito?
El Jicarito covers approximately 25 square kilometers (10 square miles).
When was El Jicarito established?
El Jicarito was established in 1999.