UNESCO WHCNaturalInscribed 1988
Sinharaja Forest Reserve
Overview
Located in south-west Sri Lanka, Sinharaja is the country's last viable area of primary tropical rainforest. More than 60% of the trees are endemic and many of them are considered rare. There is much endemic wildlife, especially birds, but the reserve is also home to over 50% of Sri Lanka's endemic species of mammals and butterflies, as well as many kinds of insects, reptiles and rare amphibians.
About Sinharaja Forest Reserve
Sinharaja Forest Reserve is a forest reserve and a biodiversity hotspot in Sri Lanka. It is of international significance and has been designated a Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
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Details
- Countries
- Sri Lanka
- ISO Codes
- LK
- Area
- 8,864 ha
- Coordinates
- 6.4167, 80.5000
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