Joyuda Lagoon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Laguna Joyuda |
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Laguna Joyuda
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 Laguna Joyuda
Location in Puerto Rico
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| Location | Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico |
| Coordinates | 18°07′50″N 67°10′38″W / 18.13056°N 67.17722°W |
| Type | natural reservoir |
| Max. length | 2.4 km (1.5 mi) |
| Max. width | 1.0 km (0.62 mi) |
| Surface area | 1.37 km2 (0.53 sq mi) |
| Average depth | 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in) |
Laguna Joyuda, or Albufera de Joyuda, is a natural reservoir located in the municipality of Cabo Rojo in Puerto Rico.
The lagoon is one of only two natural reservoirs in the island of Puerto Rico (the other being Tortuguero Lagoon), and is home to an ample variety of species.
The lagoon is connected to the ocean through a small channel on the south of it, and is frequently used for fishing.
See also
In Spanish: Laguna Joyuda para niños
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