Episode Details

In this episode of pplpod, we journey to the Caribbean Region of Colombia to explore the El mono Hernández Cork Forest Flora and Fauna Sanctuary. Located between the Sucre and Bolívar departments, this protected area is famous for containing the only pure cork forests (corchales) in the Colombian Caribbean.

We discuss the legacy of the park's namesake, renowned naturalist Jorge Ignacio "El Mono" Hernández-Camacho, and dive into the unique ecosystems that define the sanctuary. From extensive mangroves dominated by red and black mangrove species to the critical habitats supporting biodiversity like the jaguar, howler monkey, and the endangered West Indian manatee, learn why this natural monument established in 2002 is vital for conservation.