in fact, mangroves and sandbanks offer natural protection to the many species such as the sloth and rare rusty-margined guan.

animals including a wide range of lizards, loons, cormorants, herons, wild chickens, and water marrecas take refuge in the lush conditions of the park.

flora such as guava, philodendrons, figs, and cacti are among the 150 species that flourish in the parque ecológico de marapendi.

for those wishing to watch the fauna, the best time is the afternoon or right before dusk, when many of the local species come out to feed.