Ecological Wonders of Northern Colombia: A Deep Dive into the Ciénaga Grande and Isla de Salamanca
Nestled in southwestern Ecuador, the Macizo del Cajas Biosphere Reserve includes a range of ecosystems from high mountains to coastal and marine areas along the Pacific. The Reserve's core zone is El Cajas National Park, with the Quimsacocha National Recreation Area playing a crucial role in water provision and regulation. The Reserve features four major ecosystem types: páramo, montane forest, cloud forest, and mangroves, each contributing to its remarkable biodiversity.