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National Parks in Mauritania
Mauritania has 2 national parks covering about 12,130 km² in total. The largest is Banc d'Arguin National Park (12,000 km²); the oldest, Banc d'Arguin National Park, dates from 1976.
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National parks in Mauritania at a glance
Mauritania has 2 national parks covering about 12,130 km² — roughly 1.2% of the country's 1,030,700 km². The 2 largest parks together account for 100% of that area.
Largest national parks
- Banc d'Arguin National Park — 12,000 km², since 1976
- Diawling National Park — 130 km², since 1990
Oldest national parks
- Banc d'Arguin National Park — established 1976
- Diawling National Park — established 1990
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Frequently asked questions
How many national parks are there in Mauritania?
Mauritania has 2 national parks covering about 12,130 km² in total. The largest is Banc d'Arguin National Park (12,000 km²); the oldest, Banc d'Arguin National Park, dates from 1976.
How much of Mauritania is national park?
About 1.2% of the country — 12,130 km² of national parks out of 1,030,700 km² in total.
What is the oldest national park in Mauritania?
Banc d'Arguin National Park, established in 1976, followed by Diawling National Park (1990).