Khao Khiao – Khao Chomphu Wildlife Sanctuary

Khao Khiao - Khao Chomphu Wildlife Sanctuary
เขตรักษาพันธุ์สัตว์ป่าเขาเขียว-เขาชมภู่
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area)
Entrance to the Khao Khiao Open Zoo at the edge of the Wildlife Sanctuary
Map showing the location of Khao Khiao - Khao Chomphu Wildlife Sanctuary
Location in Thailand
Location Thailand
Nearest city Chon Buri / Pattaya
Coordinates 13°14′45″N 101°4′15″E / 13.24583°N 101.07083°E / 13.24583; 101.07083Coordinates: 13°14′45″N 101°4′15″E / 13.24583°N 101.07083°E / 13.24583; 101.07083
Area 145 km²
Established 1974
Governing body Wildlife Conservation Office

The Khao Khiao – Khao Chomphu Wildlife Sanctuary (Thai: เขตรักษาพันธุ์สัตว์ป่าเขาเขียว-เขาชมภู่) is a protected area located in the Khao Khiao Massif, in Chonburi Province, Thailand. Founded in 1974, it is an IUCN Category IV wildlife sanctuary, measuring 145 km² in size.[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 Khao Khiao Open Zoo is located at the foot of the mountain area.[2]

References

  1. ↑ Protected Planet - Khao Khiew Khao Chompu Wildlife Sanctuary
  2. ↑ Khao Khiao Open Zoo
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