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Guánica, Puerto Rico
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Travel distance from San Juan: 99.2 mi (about 2 hours 9 mins)
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Background:
Guánica is home to Guánica Dry Forest Reserve, the largest remaining stretch of dry coastal foliage in the world. This dry forest has approximately 700 plant species, 48 of which are endangered and 16 exist nowhere else. Its forest is along the southern coast and is host to the greatest number of bird species on the island. The Forest was declared an International Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO because of its biological diversity. Unfortunately, no camping is allowed.
The Punta Ballena Reserve is next to the Guánica Forest and is included in the Biosphere Reserve because of its coastal ecosystem. It contains mangrove forest, manatees, nesting sites for Hawksbill turtles, and crested toads. The Caña Gorda Balneario and a series of scenic cays are located nearby. Also is the Parguera Phosphorescent Bay where millions of luminescent dinoflagellates reside; a tiny form of marine life which produces evanescent light when disturbed. The surrounding areas produce sugar cane and salt.
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