![]() ADB (1999) reports that Wood Sandpiper Tringa glareola, Common Redshank T. The intertidal mudflats and sandbanks at the biosphere reserve are an important habitat for migratory shorebirds. Also, Dugong has been reported to occur seasonally in seagrass beds at the site, although these reports have not been confirmed. There are anecdotal reports of local farmers shooting an Estuarine Crocodile Crocodylus porosus at the site in around 1990, although there have been no records since then. and Thalassia sp.Ī total of 18 mollusc, 27 crustacean, 45 fish and three amphibian species have been recorded at the site. In addition to the mangroves, the site also supports seagrass beds dominated by Halophyla sp., Halodule sp. mucronata has also been used in smaller amounts. The principal mangrove species used for replantation has been Rhizophora apiculata, although R. The major habitat types found at Can Gio are plantation mangrove, of which there is about 20,000 ha, and naturally regenerating mangrove, of which there is about 7,000 ha. Thanks to the dense system of rivers and canals, the flora and fauna in Can Gio Island, especially Can Gio Mangrove Forest, has the most favorable condition to flourish. Can Gio is the intersection of three major rivers in Southeast Vietnam, including Saigon, Vam Co and Dong Nai rivers. LocationĬan Gio is the only district of Ho Chi Minh City that is adjacent to the East Sea. However, if you do not have much time to stay there for so long, there are some experiences that are suggested for you. You are advised to spend your whole day in Can Gio Island to participate in all the interesting activities there as well as explore the entire Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve. Estimated Visiting Durationĭepending on your itinerary, the necessary time to visit can range from several hours to one day. ![]() Can Gio Island is the home of more than 2000 monkeys, which makes this reserve one of the largest monkey islands in Vietnam. With an area of 80,000 hectares, Can Gio Biosphere Reserve includes mangrove forest, wetland area, monkey island and beach. The site is divided by a network of canals and rivers. The topography of Can Gio is low-lying and dynamic. The area is situated in a recently formed estuary complex of tidal flats, where the Vam Co, Saigon and Dong Nai rivers discharge into the sea. Topography and Hydrology of Can Gio Biosphere Reserve The average temperature there is from 26 to 32 Celsius degrees, which is much cooler than the temperature in Ho Chi Minh City Center. The rainy season starts in April and ends in November however, the showers in Can Gio Island do not last too long and it cannot interrupt your journey. One year in Ho Chi Minh City has two seasons: a dry season and a rainy season. The island was recognized as a global biosphere reserve by UNESCO in 2000, which has promoted the tourism activities there for the last two decades.Ĭan Gio Biosphere Reserve is located in Can Gio district (previously Duyen Hai district), in the coastal zone of Ho Chi Minh City. Located about 60 kilometers from Ho Chi Minh City Center, Can Gio Island is not a separated island but a part of Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve. Overview of Can Gio Island & Biosphere Reserve Since there are no villages around the tidal flat of Tanjung Ramei, two villages (Duple Anam Village and Duple Tiga Village) are involved in afforestation, management and nurture.1. YLF has taken over local reforestation, management and nurture. Started mangrove reforestation from March 2009. (Tidal Flat of Galang Island Tanjung Ramei, Batam City, Riau Islands, Republic of Indonesia) 300ha In the reforestation of Duple Anam, two villages (Duple Anam Village and Duple Tiga Village) are involved in reforestation, management and nurture. Started mangrove reforestation from June 2008. (Tidal Flat of Duple Anam Village, Batam City, Riau Archipelago State, Republic of Indonesia) 250ha YLF has taken over local reforestation, management and nurture in that area. makes mangrove forest as “Forest of Kyoei”. ![]() Temoyong Island is an area where Kyoei Marine Co., Ltd. ![]() Started mangrove reforestation from August 2007. (Tidal Flat of Temoyong Island, Batam City, Riau Islands, Republic of Indonesia) 103ha Started mangrove reforestation from September 2006. (Tidal Flat of Sukana Island, Batam City, Riau Islands, Republic of Indonesia) 115ha ![]()
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