San Rafael National Park, Protected reserve in southeastern Paraguay
The San Rafael National Park extends across 69,000 hectares within the upper Tebicuary River basin, containing Atlantic Forest, grasslands, and wetlands.
The area received protected status designation in 1992, though formal steps to establish it as a national park remain incomplete.
Indigenous Mbya-Indian communities maintain their traditional way of life within sections of the reserve, contributing to the area's cultural diversity.
The reserve faces ongoing challenges from agricultural expansion and private land ownership, requiring coordinated conservation efforts between stakeholders and authorities.
The park hosts over 400 bird species, including 12 globally threatened species, making it Paraguay's most diverse location for bird observation.
Location: Paraguay
Inception: May 29, 1992
GPS coordinates: -26.45836,-55.69742
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:31
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