Aparados da Serra
National Park
Serra Geral (Rio Grande do Sul/Santa Catarina)Designated in 1959102 km²
The Itaimbezinho canyon, with vertical walls 720 metres high, is nicknamed the Brazilian Grand Canyon
Area
102 km²
Protection category
IUCN II
Parque nacional —
Designated in
1959
Declared in 1959, it protects the Itaimbezinho canyon, with vertical walls up to 720 metres high formed by successive basaltic lava flows some 130 million years ago, which has earned it the nickname of the Brazilian Grand Canyon. Its high-altitude subtropical climate, with winter frosts unusual in Brazil, supports a vegetation of araucarias distinct from that of the rest of the country.
Location
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Aparados da Serra: 6 documented species
Mammals4Birds2
Flora and ecosystems
Ecosystems found in Brazil, where Aparados da Serra lies.
Tropical rainforestSavannahMarine / coastalWetland
Experiences in this park
Birdwatching
Wildlife you can see now
What is worth looking out for this month in Brazil?
Now is a good time: Best time to see jaguars in the Pantanal (June to October (dry season))
Now is a good time: Best time to see Amazon river dolphins (June to November (low-water season))
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