Chan-Kin Flora and Fauna Protection Area
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Chan-Kin Flora and Fauna Protection Area | |
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IUCN category VI (protected area with sustainable use of natural resources)[1] | |
Standort | Chiapas, Mexico |
Area | 121.85 km2 (47.05 sq mi) |
Designation | flora and fauna protection area |
Designated | 1992 |
Governing body | National Commission of Natural Protected Areas |
Chan-Kin Flora and Fauna Protection Area is a protected natural area in southeastern Mexico. Chan-Kin is located in the Lacandon Forest of eastern Chiapas state. It lies just west of the Usumacinta River, and east of the Lacan-Tun and Montes Azules biosphere reserves. The flora and fauna protection area was established in 1992 by the Mexican government, and covers an area of 121.85 km2.[1]