Outdoor sights in Caye Caulker
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Swallow Caye Wildlife Sanctuary
Southwest of Caye Caulker, the vast Swallow Caye Wildlife Sanctuary spans nearly 9000 acres, including Swallow Caye and some parts of nearby Drowned Caye. Here, the ocean floor is covered with turtle grass beds, which support a small population of West Indian manatees. For years, guides have been bringing tourists to this spot, in the hope of catching a glimpse of these gentle creatures as they chow down on the turtle grass. But the constant traffic put stress on the habitat, having the unintended effect of harming the manatees. After tireless efforts on the part of conservationists and guides, a wildlife sanctuary was finally established in 2002. Now, strict guidel…
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