Tonda Wildlife Management Area, Protected wetland area in Western Province, Papua New Guinea.
The Tonda Wildlife Management Area encompasses 590,000 hectares of flat coastal plains with tidal rivers, mangroves, grasslands, and savannah woodlands.
The site received its designation as a Ramsar wetland of international importance in March 1993, marking a commitment to preserve its ecological resources.
The area supports 1,500 residents across 12 villages, including the Kanum peoples in the western region, who maintain traditional hunting practices.
Visitors can observe over 250 bird species, 50 mammal species, and 63 fish species through guided tours at locations like the Bensbach Wilderness Lodge.
The plains serve as a primary staging ground for the global population of little curlew during their migration periods.
Location: Western Province
Inception: 1975
GPS coordinates: -9.00139,141.54444
Latest update: March 3, 2025 22:37
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