Abras de Mantequilla, Protected wetland in coastal region, Ecuador.
The wetland encompasses multiple seasonal and permanent lagoons, including Central, Mantequilla, Cimarron, El Garzal, San Juan, El Abanico, and Mapancillo water bodies.
The site received official designation as a Ramsar Site of International Importance in March 2000, managed by the Municipality of Vinces.
Local communities from Vinces, Baba, and Puebloviejo cantons maintain traditional fishing practices and agricultural activities around the wetland system.
The wetland system regulates water overflow from the Vinces, Quevedo, and Puebloviejo rivers, receiving additional input from rainfall and smaller water streams.
The area supports over 700 vascular plant species and numerous fish families, while providing habitat for river otters, sloths, and gray deer.
GPS coordinates: -1.49441,-79.72833
Latest update: March 14, 2025 05:14
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