Bosques Secos del Marañón
Peru, Cajamarca
Bosques Secos del Marañón
About Bosques Secos del Marañón
Bosques Secos del Marañón Regional Conservation Area protects two sectors of dry forest along the middle course of the Marañón River in the provinces of San Marcos and Cajabamba, Cajamarca. The area ranges from 550 to 1,200 meters elevation and conserves 40% of the endemic bird species of the Marañón Valley, including the grey-winged inca finch, yellow-faced parakeet, and Jaén sparrow. Its seasonally dry tropical forests represent one of the most distinctive and threatened ecosystems in the Peruvian Andes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bosques Secos del Marañón located?
Bosques Secos del Marañón is located in Cajamarca, Peru at coordinates -7.55, -78.05.
How do I get to Bosques Secos del Marañón?
To get to Bosques Secos del Marañón, the nearest city is Cajabamba (30 km).
How large is Bosques Secos del Marañón?
Bosques Secos del Marañón covers approximately 217.95 square kilometers (84 square miles).
When was Bosques Secos del Marañón established?
Bosques Secos del Marañón was established in 2021.