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Punta Gorda

Nicaragua, Región Autónoma de la Costa Caribe Sur

Punta Gorda

LocationNicaragua, Región Autónoma de la Costa Caribe Sur
RegionRegión Autónoma de la Costa Caribe Sur
TypeNature Reserve
Coordinates11.4167°, -83.8667°
Established1991
Area637.92
Nearest CityBluefields (30 km)
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About Punta Gorda

A rainforest nature reserve on Nicaragua's southern Caribbean coast protecting evergreen forest, riverine ecosystems, and swamp forest along the rivers draining into the Caribbean. Integrated into the Río San Juan Biosphere Reserve in 1999, Punta Gorda safeguards critical habitat for macaws, chocoyos, ospreys, peacock bass, and chachalacas, as well as populations of caimans and freshwater turtles.

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Where is Punta Gorda located?

Punta Gorda is located in Región Autónoma de la Costa Caribe Sur, Nicaragua at coordinates 11.4167, -83.8667.

How do I get to Punta Gorda?

To get to Punta Gorda, the nearest city is Bluefields (30 km).

How large is Punta Gorda?

Punta Gorda covers approximately 637.92 square kilometers (246 square miles).

When was Punta Gorda established?

Punta Gorda was established in 1991.