Barro Colorado
Panama, Panamá
Barro Colorado
LocationPanama, Panamá
RegionPanamá
TypeNatural Monument
Coordinates9.1524°, -79.8461°
Established1979
Area54
Nearest CityPanama City (40 km)
About Barro Colorado
Barro Colorado Natural Monument encompasses the famous 1,500 ha island in Gatún Lake — created when the Chagres River was dammed for the Panama Canal in 1914 — plus five adjacent mainland peninsulas, totaling 5,400 ha. Managed by the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, it is one of the most studied tropical forests on Earth, home to nearly 400 bird species.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Barro Colorado located?
Barro Colorado is located in Panamá, Panama at coordinates 9.1524, -79.8461.
How do I get to Barro Colorado?
To get to Barro Colorado, the nearest city is Panama City (40 km).
How large is Barro Colorado?
Barro Colorado covers approximately 54 square kilometers (21 square miles).
When was Barro Colorado established?
Barro Colorado was established in 1979.