states: [argentina]
category: natural
year: 1999
region: Latin America and the Caribbean
latitude/longitude: -42.5000000000, -64.0000000000
Península Valdés, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Argentina, recognized in 1999, is a coastal reserve along the Atlantic renowned for its exceptional marine biodiversity. Home to breeding grounds for southern right whales, sea lions, and Magellanic penguins, its rugged shores and steppe landscape reflect a critical wildlife haven. This site showcases Argentina’s natural heritage, offering a vital sanctuary for marine species in a pristine Patagonian setting.
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