Cuatrociénegas
Mexico, Coahuila
Cuatrociénegas
LocationMexico, Coahuila
RegionCoahuila
TypeFlora and Fauna Protection Area
Coordinates26.8500°, -102.0700°
Established1994
Area843.47
Nearest CityCuatrociénegas (10 km)
About Cuatrociénegas
Desert valley containing over 200 spring-fed pools harboring an extraordinary concentration of endemic species comparable to the Galápagos. Home to endemic turtles, fish, snails, and stromatolites — living fossils found almost nowhere else on Earth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cuatrociénegas located?
Cuatrociénegas is located in Coahuila, Mexico at coordinates 26.85, -102.07.
How do I get to Cuatrociénegas?
To get to Cuatrociénegas, the nearest city is Cuatrociénegas (10 km).
How large is Cuatrociénegas?
Cuatrociénegas covers approximately 843.47 square kilometers (326 square miles).
When was Cuatrociénegas established?
Cuatrociénegas was established in 1994.