About
Nigeria's largest national park, covering 6,731 square kilometers in Taraba and Adamawa states. Gashaka-Gumti contains Nigeria's highest peak (Chappal Waddi, 2,419m) and supports one of the country's most biodiverse ecosystems, including chimpanzees, gorillas, and rare plant species. The park spans from Sahel savanna to montane forest.
Location Details
Latitude:
7.35
Longitude:
11.55
Approximate (region level)
About This Data
Natural heritage sites represent locations of ecological and cultural significance within Nigeria.
Boundaries are approximate and based on conservation and environmental research.
Sources
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Nigerian Conservation Research
Academic (compiled)