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malpelo fauna and flora sanctuary


states: [colombia]

category: natural

year: 2006

location: Valle del Cauca Region

region: Latin America and the Caribbean

latitude/longitude: 3.9666666667, -81.6166666666

Malpelo Fauna And Flora Sanctuary

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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