Juatinga Ecological Reserve
The Juatinga Ecological Reserve (Portuguese: Reserva Ecológica Estadual da Juatinga) is an ecological reserve in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It protects a rugged peninsula projecting into the Atlantic Ocern that is mainly covered by Atlantic Forest, and also helps maintain the traditional lifestyle of residents of small villages along the coast.
| Juatinga Ecological Reserve | |
|---|---|
| Reserva Ecológica Estadual da Juatinga | |
Saco Bravo waterfall | |
| Nearest city | Paraty, Rio de Janeiro |
| Coordinates | 23°16′45″S 44°32′15″W |
| Area | 9,960 ha (38.5 sq mi) |
| Designation | Ecological reserve |
| Created | 30 October 1992 |
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