National Model for Environmental Conservation and Protection
Yu-balcah is the first privately owned Protected Natural Area voluntarily dedicated to its protection. It was officially declared on June 10, 2003.
Mature forest in excellent state of conservation
Its vegetation is a unique association of Canacoite medium evergreen forest (Bravasia integerrima) and Cabeza de mico high forest (Licania platypus), an endangered ecosystem with unique species.
The Canacoite, a species of great ecological value and in danger of extinction
The Canacoite supports wetlands; its roots are home to fish, birds, and amphibians; it regulates flooding and acts as a sponge that accumulates and filters water, absorbing toxins, pesticides, and other waste.
Conservation, research and sustainability
It is an eco-tourism space that promotes environmental actions aimed at adapting to and mitigating climate change.
Flora and fauna
Fauna in Yu-balcah
Howler monkey, jaguarundi, toloque, white heron, nauyaca, crocodile, migrant birds and native birds.
