Forest Reserve Thomas van der Hammen, Protected area in Suba, Colombia
The Thomas van der Hammen Forest Reserve spans 1,395 hectares and connects the Eastern Hills of Bogota with the Bogota River through wetlands and forests.
The Colombian-Dutch geologist Thomas van der Hammen conducted extensive research in this area, leading to its declaration as a protected zone in 2000.
The reserve serves as an environmental classroom where students and researchers study 514 identified species of flora and fauna.
Visitors can access a Geographic Environmental Viewer provided by the District Environmental Secretary to explore the reserve's boundaries and ecological features.
The area houses 181 bird species, including 28 migratory ones and the endemic Bogota Rail, along with 30 butterfly species.
GPS coordinates: 4.77389,-74.09444
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:18
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