starting in
the nearby capăo island, it extends further into guaratiba,
reaching the americas avenue in the barra de guaratiba' region.
in suruquai's general surroundings one can
also find the 'sítio roberto burle marx', near the ilha hill,
and the grumari neighborhood, known for its gorgeous beaches.
currently the
natural balance of the whole wetland is threatened by the fats
development of the region, which if left unchecked could endanger the
local ecosystems.