Preah Vihear Protected Forest

Preah Vihear Protected Forest
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area)
Map showing the location of Preah Vihear Protected Forest
Location Preah Vihear, Cambodia
Coordinates 14°11′N 105°08′E / 14.19°N 105.13°E / 14.19; 105.13Coordinates: 14°11′N 105°08′E / 14.19°N 105.13°E / 14.19; 105.13
Area 1,900.27 km2 (733.70 sq mi)
Established July 30th 2002

Preah Vihear Protected Forest is a protected area located in the Dângrêk Range in northern Cambodia.

The Preah Vihear Protected Forest borders the Phu Chong–Na Yoi and Khao Phra Wihan national parks in Thailand. The area is important for critically endangered species such as the Giant ibis.[1]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Management Plan 2010-2014 - Preah Vihear Protected Forest

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