Khao Khiao–Khao Chomphu Wildlife Sanctuary
Khao Khiao–Khao Chomphu Wildlife Sanctuary | |
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เขตรักษาพันธุ์สัตว์ป่าเขาเขียว-เขาชมภู่ | |
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
Location in Thailand | |
Location | Thailand |
Nearest city | Chonburi / Pattaya |
Coordinates | 13°14′45″N 101°4′15″E / 13.24583°N 101.07083°ECoordinates: 13°14′45″N 101°4′15″E / 13.24583°N 101.07083°E |
Area | 145 km2 |
Established | 1974 |
Governing body | Wildlife Conservation Office |
The Khao Khiao–Khao Chomphu Wildlife Sanctuary (Thai: เขตรักษาพันธุ์สัตว์ป่าเขาเขียว-เขาชมภู่) is a protected area in the Khao Khiao Massif, in Chonburi Province, Thailand. Founded in 1974, it is an IUCN Category IV wildlife sanctuary, measuring 145 km2 in area.[1]
It is partly covered with dry and moist broadleaf forest in the lower ranges. This is the last forested area in Chonburi Province. The is at the foot of the mountain area.[2]
References[]
- ^ Protected Planet - Khao Khiew Khao Chompu Wildlife Sanctuary[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Khao Khiao Open Zoo". Archived from the original on 2011-09-18. Retrieved 2012-02-16.
External links[]
Categories:
- IUCN Category IV
- Protected areas established in 1974
- Wildlife sanctuaries of Thailand
- Geography of Chonburi Province
- 1974 establishments in Thailand