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Panama’s unique geographic location has resulted in a wealth of diversity in plant, animal and bird life. The protection of these natural resources is important in Panama, and almost 30% of the country has been set aside for conservation purposes. There are 14 Panama National Parks, as well as approximately 16 Panama Wildlife Refuges and Panama Reserves. The 14 National Parks encompass approximately 3.5 million acres of rainforest, jungles, mountain ranges, marine areas, beaches and desert landscapes, which cover around 22% of the surface area of the country. These areas are the habitat of almost 1,000 species of birds, as well as 220 mammals and 354 reptiles and amphibians.
Panama is both a bridge and a barrier. As a result, the biodiversity of Panama is unlike that present anywhere else on earth. Panama's forests contain more species than any other country in North and Central America. Panama serves as a migratory path for birds traversing the continents of North and South America.
In a country where the sun rises over the Pacific and sets in the Caribbean you should have unusual expectations: well, you are unlikely to be disappointed: Panama has some of the most accessible rainforests and high altitude cloud forest on earth. In Panama, even the most experienced travelers can discover wonders of creation that open eyes and minds to a deeper understanding of our planet's incredible richness and infinite variety.
You will find a wide range of tropical landscapes that are turning Panama into a major destination for eco-adventure with a variety of attractions available to rediscover the breath-taking harmony of nature: innocent, pure, inviting.
Panama is taking strong measures to protect and promote one of its best kept secrets: a national park and wildlife refuge system that is equal to or more extensive than any other in Central America.
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