The Refugio de Vida Silvestre Playa Barqueta Agricola oversees about 14km of eastern Playa Barqueta, where mangrove and scrub offer protection to four species of turtles. It's hatching season here from September to December. Contact the Ministerio de Ambiente office in David for information about visits.
Refugio de Vida Silvestre Playa Barqueta
Chiriquí Province
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