Dzanga-Sangha Special Reserve, Protected rainforest reserve in southwestern Central African Republic.
Dzanga-Sangha Special Reserve is a large rainforest protected area in southwestern Central African Republic covered by dense tropical forest. The Sangha River cuts through the landscape alongside natural forest clearings that support a rich diversity of life.
The reserve was established in 1990 to protect the threatened forest and its inhabitants. In 1999, local and international organizations took over shared management, working together to ensure the area's long-term survival.
The Baka communities live within the reserve and grow food like cassava, corn, and bananas in their villages. They have shaped how the forest is understood and cared for over generations.
Access is available through two forest camps that serve as starting points for visits. The best time to explore is during drier months when paths are easier to navigate.
Scientists operate acoustic recording stations throughout the reserve to study how forest elephants communicate with each other. This research reveals the hidden social networks of these animals moving through the forest.
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