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Churute Mangroves Ecological Reserve
Manglares Churute Ecological Reserve is located in the Guayas Province of Ecuador. The 86,589-acre (350.41 km2) nature reserve is located 25 miles (40 km) from Guayaquil.
| Manglares Churute Ecological Reserve | |
|---|---|
| Location | Ecuador Guayas Province |
| Nearest city | Guayaquil |
| Coordinates | 2°30′32″S 79°44′38″W / 2.509°S 79.744°W |
| Area | 494 km² |
| Established | 1979 |
Fauna edit
The many lakes located in the park are great ways to view many aquatic birds and tortoises. Ducks, herons, woodpeckers, badgers, anteaters, shrimp and crabs inhabit the inlets in the lakes.
Flora edit
Near the water are many mangrove formations. Oak, ebony, silk-cotton trees and balsa are some trees found in the dry forests. Around most of the park orchids and bromeliads cover the landscape.
Attractions edit
Canoe trips through mangrove areas allow the viewing of many unique species of Fauna. Hiking is also an option here.
See also edit
List of national parks in Ecuador