A tropical fjord unique in South America, used as a calving ground by South Pacific humpback whales each year
Area
543 km²
Protection category
IUCN II
Parque nacional —
Designated in
1987
Declared in 1987, Utría protects a tropical fjord, an extremely unusual landform at these latitudes, on the coast of Colombia's biogeographic Chocó, one of the rainiest regions on the planet. Each year, between July and October, humpback whales from the South Pacific arrive in its calm waters to give birth and raise their calves before setting out on the return to their Antarctic feeding grounds.
Location
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Utria: 41 documented species
Mammals14Birds12Reptiles5Amphibians
Flora and ecosystems
Ecosystems found in Colombia, where Utria lies.
Tropical rainforestSavannahMarine / coastal
Experiences in this park
Birdwatching
Wildlife you can see now
What is worth looking out for this month in Colombia?
Now is a good time: Humpback whales on the Colombian Pacific coast (July to October (best sea conditions from late July to September))
Now is a good time: Best time to see Amazon river dolphins (June to November (low-water season))
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