Guinea-Bissau

Bijagos Archipelago

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The Coastal and Marine Ecosystems of the Bijagós Archipelago – Omatí Minhô preserve the most intact areas of an active deltaic archipelago. The Bijagós Archipelago is composed of intertidal zones (mudflats and sandbanks), mangroves and palm trees, which cover the terrestrial areas. The fauna is rich and diverse, particularly concerning fish, marine turtles and birds (it is the second most important site for migratory birds in West Africa). Manatees, crocodiles, dolphins, and hippos are also found here.

Community Perspective: The only review so far describes a scary fly-over. Be aware that the core zone is limited to the uninhabited parts of a selection of islands and the waters between them.

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Coastal and Marine Ecosystems of the Bijagós Archipelago – Omatí Minhô (ID: 5081)
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Guinea-Bissau
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Nominated 2025 Site history
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First published: 14/08/24.

Szucs Tamas

Bijagos Archipelago

Bijagos Archipelago (Nominated)

I visited Bijagos Archipelago in 2000 - though I did not put my feet on the ground of any of the islands. What I remember is the pure fear of death. That time a close friend of mine - a Hungarian communication expert - was the aide of Gambian president Jammeh. He invited a group of Central European journalists and businessmen to the Gambia, to write about the country and boost the business between Central Europe and Weast Africa. The highlight of the tour however was the one-day visit to Bissau Guinea financed by a local business tycoon (by the way of Lebanese origin). he chartered an old An 24, with a Russian crew, and we flew to Bissau. As it happened just after one of the coups in the country (there were many), we visited the presidential palace that was burnt out and half-ruined, and met the current interim government in an event hall. After the B2B meetings, we were escorted back to the airport. One of the ministers joined us, and told us, that they take us on a journey to the most beautiful part of the country. That was Bijagos. The plane was flying at an extremely low altitude, with an extremely low speed almost reaching the tip of the trees. The Russians seemingly enjoyed the bravado - they were former military pilots. The minister enthusiastically explained the natural beauty and the business - mainly tourism - opportunities of the islands, he wanted to make this the …

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