Yu-Balcah
Mexico, Tabasco
Yu-Balcah
LocationMexico, Tabasco
RegionTabasco
TypeState Ecological Reserve
Coordinates17.4500°, -92.7800°
Established2000
Area5.77
Nearest CityTacotalpa (8 km)
About Yu-Balcah
Ecological reserve in the mountainous region of Tacotalpa protecting tropical evergreen forest and cave systems. The reserve's name means 'place of the jaguar' in Ch'ol Maya and preserves important karst hydrology and cave-dwelling bat populations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Yu-Balcah located?
Yu-Balcah is located in Tabasco, Mexico at coordinates 17.45, -92.78.
How do I get to Yu-Balcah?
To get to Yu-Balcah, the nearest city is Tacotalpa (8 km).
How large is Yu-Balcah?
Yu-Balcah covers approximately 5.77 square kilometers (2 square miles).
When was Yu-Balcah established?
Yu-Balcah was established in 2000.