Cayos Miskitos
Nicaragua, Región Autónoma de la Costa Caribe Norte
Cayos Miskitos
About Cayos Miskitos
A vast Caribbean marine protected area encompassing a string of small cays, coral reefs, seagrass beds, and open-water ecosystems off Nicaragua's remote Mosquito Coast. The Cayos Miskitos reserve is one of the most biodiverse coral reef systems in the Caribbean, with hawksbill and leatherback sea turtles, nurse sharks, manatees, spotted eagle rays, and hundreds of reef fish species. The cays are also culturally central to the Miskito indigenous community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cayos Miskitos located?
Cayos Miskitos is located in Región Autónoma de la Costa Caribe Norte, Nicaragua at coordinates 14.25, -82.75.
How do I get to Cayos Miskitos?
To get to Cayos Miskitos, the nearest city is Puerto Cabezas (80 km).
How large is Cayos Miskitos?
Cayos Miskitos covers approximately 8,567.29 square kilometers (3,308 square miles).
When was Cayos Miskitos established?
Cayos Miskitos was established in 1991.