Isla Escudo de Veraguas
Panama, Bocas del Toro
Isla Escudo de Veraguas
LocationPanama, Bocas del Toro
RegionBocas del Toro
TypeProtected Landscape
Coordinates9.1000°, -81.5667°
Established2009
Area161.25
Nearest CityChiriquí Grande (50 km)
About Isla Escudo de Veraguas
Isla Escudo de Veraguas Protected Landscape encompasses 16,125 ha around a remote Caribbean island 17 km off the coast of Bocas del Toro. The island harbors several endemic species isolated for approximately 9,000 years, including the pygmy three-toed sloth, and provides critical nesting habitat for hawksbill sea turtles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Isla Escudo de Veraguas located?
Isla Escudo de Veraguas is located in Bocas del Toro, Panama at coordinates 9.1, -81.5667.
How do I get to Isla Escudo de Veraguas?
To get to Isla Escudo de Veraguas, the nearest city is Chiriquí Grande (50 km).
How large is Isla Escudo de Veraguas?
Isla Escudo de Veraguas covers approximately 161.25 square kilometers (62 square miles).
When was Isla Escudo de Veraguas established?
Isla Escudo de Veraguas was established in 2009.