Ampiyacu-Apayacu
Peru, Loreto
Ampiyacu-Apayacu
About Ampiyacu-Apayacu
Ampiyacu-Apayacu Regional Conservation Area encompasses 434,130 hectares of lowland Amazonian forest in Maynas and Mariscal Ramón Castilla provinces, Loreto, protecting the watersheds of the Ampiyacu and Apayacu rivers north of the Amazon River. The area harbors extraordinary biodiversity within an intact forest block managed by Huitoto, Bora, Ocaina, and Yagua indigenous communities who depend on its resources for subsistence. Its forests connect to a vast mosaic of protected areas in the Putumayo-Amazonas landscape, one of the world's most biodiverse regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ampiyacu-Apayacu located?
Ampiyacu-Apayacu is located in Loreto, Peru at coordinates -2.5, -72.2.
How do I get to Ampiyacu-Apayacu?
To get to Ampiyacu-Apayacu, the nearest city is Iquitos (100 km).
How large is Ampiyacu-Apayacu?
Ampiyacu-Apayacu covers approximately 4,341.3 square kilometers (1,676 square miles).
When was Ampiyacu-Apayacu established?
Ampiyacu-Apayacu was established in 2010.