Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur

Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur

Country:
Argentina
Site number:
1459
Area:
353.0 ha
Designation date:
22-03-2005
Coordinates:
34°37'S 58°21'W

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Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur. 22/03/2005; Buenos Aires; 353 ha; 34°37'S 058°21'W. Declared a Natural Park and Ecological Reserve in 1986, the site is located in the east of Buenos Aires, the most populated city in Argentina. The site sustains a large population of Cygnus melancorphus swans and other waterfowl. In total, 250 species of birds, 9 of amphibians, 23 of reptiles, 10 of mammals and 50 of butterflies have been identified in the area. Plant varieties also include 245 species from 55 families. Most of these species are highly representative of the biological diversity occurring in the region. Ramsar site no. 1459. Most recent RIS information: 2005.
Administrative region: Buenos Aires
National legal designation:
  • Parque Natural y Zona de Reserva Ecológica
  • Reserva Ecológica - Costanera Sur
Last publication date: 22-03-2005
Ramsar Information Sheet (RIS)