Yayu, Biosphere reserve in Illubabor Zone, Ethiopia
The Yayu Biosphere Reserve encompasses 1,670 square kilometers of montane forests, lowland rainforests, and agricultural landscapes in southwestern Ethiopia.
UNESCO designated Yayu as a biosphere reserve in 2010 under the management of the Ethiopian Biodiversity Institute to protect its natural resources.
The 154,300 permanent residents of the Yayu region maintain traditional agricultural practices while utilizing forest resources according to local customs.
Visitors need to coordinate with local guides to explore the different ecological zones, including Eastern Afromontane forests and essential bird conservation areas.
The reserve contains the largest wild population of Coffea arabica plants, making it a global center for coffee genetic diversity.
GPS coordinates: 8.33739,35.81736
Latest update: April 14, 2025 13:10
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