Whale Sanctuary of El Vizcaino
Overview
Located in the central part of the peninsula of Baja California, the sanctuary contains some exceptionally interesting ecosystems. The coastal lagoons of Ojo de Liebre and San Ignacio are important reproduction and wintering sites for the grey whale, harbour seal, California sea lion, northern elephant-seal and blue whale. The lagoons are also home to four species of the endangered marine turtle.
About Whale Sanctuary of El Vizcaino
The El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve, created in 1988, is located in Mulegé Municipality in northern Baja California Sur, at the center of the Baja California Peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of California. With an area of over 24,930 km2 (9,630 sq mi)), it is the largest wildlife refuge in Mexico and borders the northern edge of the Valle de los Cirios Protected Area of Flora and Fauna.
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Components(2 locations)
- •Laguna San Ignacio554-002
- •Laguna Ojo de Liebre554-001
Details
- Countries
- Mexico
- ISO Codes
- MX
- Area
- 369,631 ha
- Coordinates
- 27.7922, -114.2278
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