states: [colombia]
category: natural
year: 2006
location: Valle del Cauca Region
region: Latin America and the Caribbean
latitude/longitude: 3.9666666667, -81.6166666666
The Malpelo Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Colombia, is a remote oceanic island and marine reserve teeming with biodiversity. Known for its rugged cliffs and vibrant underwater ecosystems, it hosts massive schools of fish, sharks, and rare species. This pristine sanctuary highlights the wonders of marine conservation and natural splendor.
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