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Caño Guaritico

Venezuela, Apure

Caño Guaritico

LocationVenezuela, Apure
RegionApure
TypeWildlife Refuge
Coordinates7.5830°, -69.4670°
Established1989
Area93
Nearest CityElorza (30 km)
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About Caño Guaritico

The Caño Guaritico Wildlife Refuge protects 9,300 hectares of riparian forests, semi-deciduous forests, and semi-flooded savannas in the Venezuelan llanos of Apure state. The refuge is the primary natural habitat for the critically endangered Orinoco crocodile, and also shelters river dolphins, giant otters, capybaras, and caimans.

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Where is Caño Guaritico located?

Caño Guaritico is located in Apure, Venezuela at coordinates 7.583, -69.467.

How do I get to Caño Guaritico?

To get to Caño Guaritico, the nearest city is Elorza (30 km).

How large is Caño Guaritico?

Caño Guaritico covers approximately 93 square kilometers (36 square miles).

When was Caño Guaritico established?

Caño Guaritico was established in 1989.