description Cross River National Park Overview
Cross River National Park is a protected area in southeastern Nigeria, established in 1991 and divided into two distinct sections: Oban and Okwangwo. The park protects a biologically diverse tract of tropical rainforest that connects with neighboring ecosystems in Cameroon. It is a critical refuge for the endangered Cross River gorilla, as well as chimpanzees and forest elephants. The region remains a focal point for international conservation organizations.
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Where is Cross River National Park located?
Cross River National Park is a protected area located in southeastern Nigeria. It was established in 1991 to preserve the biologically diverse tropical rainforest that connects with neighboring ecosystems in Cameroon.
What are the two main sections of Cross River National Park?
The park is uniquely divided into two distinct and non-contiguous sections known as Oban and Okwangwo. Both sections protect different vital tracts of the Cameroon-Nigeria highland forest ecosystem.
What endangered species live in Cross River National Park?
The park is most famous for protecting a crucial population of the Cross River gorilla, one of the world's most endangered primates. It also provides critical habitat for the Nigeria-Cameroon chimpanzee and the forest elephant.
Why was Cross River National Park established?
The park was created to combat the severe deforestation threatening the region and to protect its high level of endemism. It serves as a vital biological corridor connecting to the Takamanda National Park across the border in Cameroon.
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