Los Haitises National Park
Facts and practical information
Los Haitises National Park is a national park located on the remote northeast coast of the Dominican Republic that was established in 1976. It consists of a limestone karst plateau with conical hills, sinkholes and caverns, and there is a large area of mangrove forest on the coast. Other parts of the park are clad in subtropical humid forest and the area has an annual precipitation of about 2,000 mm. The park contains a number of different habitats and consequently has a great diversity of mammals and birds, including some rare species endemic to the island. Some of the caverns contain pictograms and petroglyphs. The park has become a popular ecotourism destination but the number of tourists allowed to visit is limited. ()
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Wildlife
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Hispaniolan solenodon
The Hispaniolan solenodon, also known as the Haitian solenodon or agouta, is a fascinating and unique mammal endemic to the island of Hispaniola, shared by Haiti and the Dominican Republic. First described in 1833, this intriguing creature was believed to be extinct...
Mammals
Barn owl
The barn owl, often referred to as the common barn owl, is a captivating bird found across almost every continent, excluding polar and desert regions, certain parts of Asia, Indonesia, and some Pacific islands. There are several subspecies of barn owls, each varying in...
Birds
Magnificent frigatebird
The magnificent frigatebird, belonging to the frigatebird family Fregatidae, is the largest species within its family. These remarkable seabirds measure between 89 and 114 cm in length and boast a wingspan ranging from 2.17 to 2.44 meters.
Birds
Brown pelican
The brown pelican, an intriguing member of the pelican family, is native to the Americas. Its diet primarily consists of fish, but it also consumes other small creatures. These birds prefer to nest in colonies in secluded locations, laying two to three eggs per clutch.
Birds
Hispaniolan amazon
The Hispaniolan Amazon, also known as the Hispaniolan Parrot or "cuca" is a vibrant species of Amazonian parrot native to the island of Hispaniola, which is shared by Haiti and the Dominican Republic. These beautiful birds have also been introduced to Puerto Rico.
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