Santos Luzardo National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Santos Luzardo National ParkParque Nacional Santos Luzardo |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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 Santos Luzardo National Park
Parque Nacional Santos Luzardo Location in Venezuela
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| Location |  Venezuela |
| Area | 5,844 km2 (2,256 sq mi) |
| Established | February 24, 1988 |
The Santos Luzardo National Park is a very special place in Venezuela. It is also called the Cinaruco-Capanaparo National Park. This park is a protected area, which means its nature is kept safe. It is located where the Capanaparo and Cinaruco rivers meet the large Orinoco river. You can find it in the Apure State, close to the border with Colombia.
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About Santos Luzardo National Park
Why was the park created?
The Santos Luzardo National Park was created in 1988. It was made a park by a special rule from President Jaime Lusinchi. This happened on February 24, 1988. The main goal was to protect the amazing plants and animals that live there.
Who takes care of the park?
The National Institute of Parks of Venezuela, known as INPARQUES, looks after the park. They work hard to keep the park's natural resources safe and healthy. This includes all the plants, animals, and rivers inside the park.
What kind of nature can you find?
The park is home to many different kinds of plants. You can see trees like Saladillo, conger, and oak. Other plants include caramacate, drago, saman, coconut monkey, and cañafístula. These plants help make the park a rich and diverse place for wildlife.
Images for kids
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The most abundant vegetation marks the river channels.
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A view of the park's landscape.
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The plains and sky of Apure.
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The "Well of Love" in the park.
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Sandy areas emerging from the water at La Macanilla.
See also
In Spanish: Parque nacional Santos Luzardo para niños- List of national parks of Venezuela
- Los Roques National Park
