Pico Basilé National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pico Basilé National Park |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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Basilé Peak
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 Pico Basilé National Park
Location in Equatorial Guinea
Pico Basilé National Park
Location in Africa
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| Area | 30,000 hectares (120 sq mi) |
The Pico Basilé National Park (in Spanish: Parque nacional del Pico Basilé) is a special protected area. It is located on Bioko Island, which is part of the African country of Equatorial Guinea. This park is near the Gulf of Guinea in the Atlantic Ocean.
The park is known for its many different types of landscapes and plants. It is especially important for its population of primates, like monkeys. Sadly, these animals are in danger because of illegal hunting. In 2007, the government tried to stop hunting certain animals. However, groups from other countries are still worried that the rules are not always followed.
The park gets its name from the Basilé peak. This is the highest mountain in Equatorial Guinea. It stands tall at 3,011 meters (9,878 feet). The park is part of the Bioko Norte province in Equatorial Guinea.
About the Park
Pico Basilé National Park covers a large area of 30,000 hectares. It was officially created in the year 2000. The government of Equatorial Guinea is working to allow some hunting in a way that helps the local people. This is called "sustainable hunting." It means hunting only what is needed and making sure animal populations can grow back. This helps the people living near the park and protects the animals too.
See also
In Spanish: Parque nacional del Pico Basilé para niños
